Removal And Installation: Base: Installation
- Position the tension strut in place on the vehicle.
- Install a NEW tension strut to crossmember nut and bolt. Do not tighten at this time.
- Install the tension strut ball joint into the knuckle and install a NEW tension strut to knuckle mounting nut, Do not tighten at this time.
- Install the wheel studs in the hub and bearing, Do not tighten.
- Mount the special tool (special tool #2000025100, Measuring Tool, Wheel Centering) (1) on the wheel stud heads.
- Using an appropriate plump-bob (2a) determine and mark the stud curvature (2b) that corresponds to the wheel axle (2c).
- Position a suitable jack under the knuckle.
- Raise the knuckle up until the height 373.5 mm between the wheel center (1a) and the corresponding mark on the wheel arch (1b) is reached
- Tighten the tension strut to crossmember mounting bolt to the proper torque specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Tighten the tension strut to knuckle mounting nut to the proper torque specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Remove the jack from under the knuckle and remove the special tool and wheel studs from the hub and bearing.
- Install the outer tie rod end to the knuckle and install a NEW outer tie rod end to knuckle mounting nut and tighten to the proper torque specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the front wheel splash shield. Refer to SHIELD, SPLASH, FRONT WHEELHOUSE, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.