Preliminary Procedures

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the wheel bearing and hub assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement .
3. Separate the outer track rod end from the knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Track rod Replacement .
4. Separate control arm ball joint from steering knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .

1

Steering Knuckle Bolt (Qty: 2)

2

Steering Knuckle Nut (Qty: 2)

Warning: Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Warning in the Preface section.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Procedure

1. Install NEW nuts. Do NOT reuse old nuts.
2. Use EN-45059 angle meter to apply torque.

Tighten
90 N·m (66 lb ft) + 60-70 degrees

Special Tools

EN-45059 Torque Angle Sensor Kit

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

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Steering Knuckle