Wheel Knuckle: Installation

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Torque:
Stage 1: 59 lb.ft (80 Nm)

Stage 2: 180 °

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Use Special Service Tool: 204-161 (T97P-1175-A) Installer, Halfshaft.

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Refer to: Brake Disc Shield .
Torque: 42 lb.in (4.8 Nm)

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Torque: 61 lb.ft (83 Nm)

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Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

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Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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NOTE: Do not tighten the front wheel hub nut with the vehicle on the ground. The nut must be tightened to specification before the vehicle is lowered onto the wheels. Wheel bearing damage will occur if the wheel bearing is loaded with the weight of the vehicle applied.

NOTE: Install and tighten the new wheel hub nut to specification in a continuous rotation. Always install a new wheel hub nut after loosening or when not tightened to specification in a continuous rotation or damage to the components may occur.

NOTE: Apply the brake to keep the halfshaft from rotating.

Torque:

Stage 1: 59 lb.ft (80 Nm)

Stage 2: 90 °

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Refer to: Wheel and Tire .
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
Refer to: Front Toe Adjustment .
If equipped with dynamic suspension, calibrate the suspension height sensor. Connect the scan tool and carry out the Ride Height Calibration routine. Follow the scan tool directions.