Steering Knuckle: Installation
- Install inside and outside bushings, Use Bushing Replacer Set (09608-35014, 09608-06020 and 09608-06090).NOTE: When installing bushing in spindle, ensure that flat portion of bushing is aligned with spindle groove.
- Apply Molybdenum Disulphide Lithium (MDL) base grease to steering knuckle bushings. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Install new cotter pin. Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification.
- Install new cotter pin. If steering knuckle bushings are replaced, recheck drive axle thrust clearance. Clearance can be altered by adding or removing spacers. Spacers are available in 2 sizes; .0709" (1.80 mm) and .0886" (2.25 mm).