Front Suspension

Steering Knuckle Replacement

Tools Required
* J 24319-B Universal Steering Linkage Puller
* J 43631 Ball Joint Remover

Removal Procedure

Notice: Do not free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or a wedge-type tool. Damage to the seal or bushing may result.

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the wheel bearing/hub.




4. Remove the outer tie rod to steering knuckle retaining nut.




5. Using the J 24319-B, disconnect the tie rod from the steering knuckle.




6. Remove the brake hose bracket to steering knuckle retaining bolts.




7. Remove the upper control arm ball stud to steering knuckle retaining nut.
8. Separate the upper control arm ball stud from the steering knuckle.




9. Remove the lower control arm ball stud to steering knuckle retaining nut.




10. Using the J 43631, separate the lower control arm ball stud from the steering knuckle.
11. Remove the steering knuckle.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the steering knuckle to the lower control arm ball stud.




2. Install a new lower control arm ball stud retaining nut.




3. Install the upper control arm ball stud to the steering knuckle.
4. Install a new upper control arm ball stud retaining nut.




5. Install the brake hose bracket to the steering knuckle retaining bolts.




6. Connect the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
7. Install the outer tie rod retaining nut.
8. Install the wheel bearing/hub.
9. Install the tire and wheel.
10. Lower the vehicle.