Steering Knuckle And/Or Steering Knuckle Arm: Removal
- Raise vehicle and support with safety stands at front lift points. Remove wheel, caliper and hub assembly. Remove splash shield. Remove tie rod end from steering knuckle using suitable removal tool. Remove knuckle seal if knuckle is to be replaced.
- Remove lower ball joint cotter pin and nut and use suitable tool to break stud loose from knuckle. Place floor jack under lower control arm to keep coil spring in place. Remove upper ball joint cotter pin and nut and use suitable tool to break stud loose from knuckle. Raise upper arm to disengage stud from knuckle. Raise knuckle from lower ball joint stud and remove knuckle.