Front Suspension

Steering Knuckle Replacement

Tools Required

J 42188 Ball Joint Separator

Removal Procedure




1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the brake caliper and rotor.




3. Remove the stabilizer shaft link from the lower control arm.




4. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
5. Support the lower control arm using a jackstand.
6. Separate the steering linkage outer tie rod ball stud from the steering knuckle using J 42188. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement.
7. Separate and remove the upper control arm ball joint stud from the steering knuckle using J 42188. Refer to Upper Control Arm Replacement.
8. Using J 42188 separate and remove the lower ball joint stud from the steering knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement.
9. Remove the steering knuckle from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Install steering knuckle to the upper control arm and the lower control arm.
2. Remove the jackstand.
3. Install the steering linkage outer tie rod ball stud to the steering knuckle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

4. Install the stabilizer shaft link to the lower control arm.

Tighten the stabilizer shaft link nut to 72 N.m (53 lb ft).




5. Connect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
6. Install the brake rotor and caliper.
7. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Check the front wheel toe and adjust as necessary. Refer to Diagnostic Starting Point - Disc Brakes and Measuring Wheel Alignment.