Preliminary Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the wheel bearing/hub. Refer to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement .
3. Separate the outer tie rod end from the knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
4. Remove the nuts and bolts from the strut to the knuckle. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement .
5. Separate the lower ball joint from the knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .

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Steering Knuckle

Procedure

Verify the front end alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications .