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Wheel Knuckle - AWD: Installation

  1. NOTE: Tighten the suspension bushing fasteners with the suspension loaded or with the weight of the vehicle resting on the wheels and tires, otherwise incorrect clamp load and bushing damage may occur.

    1. Position the wheel knuckle and install the upper arm-to-wheel knuckle bolt.

      Torque: 136 lb.ft (185 Nm)

    2. Install the toe link-to-wheel knuckle bolt and flagnut.

      Torque: 76 lb.ft (103 Nm)

    3. Install the lower arm-to-wheel knuckle bolt.

      Torque: 203 lb.ft (275 Nm)

    GFD258369Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. Install the lower arm vertical link. Refer to: Lower Arm Vertical Link .
    1. Position the brake hose bracket and install the brake hose bracket bolt.

      Torque: 124 lb.in (14 Nm)

    2. Position the wheel speed sensor and install the wheel speed sensor bolt.

      Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)

    GFD258370Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Install the wheel bearing and wheel hub. Refer to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - AWD .
  4. Check and if necessary adjust rear toe. Refer to: Rear Toe Adjustment .