Knuckle Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Sky. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Knuckle

GM1589525

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Knuckle Replacement

Callout	Component Name
NOTE: The ball stud must not rotate during disassembly or reassembly. Hand tools must be used to keep the ball stud from rotating. If air tools are used and the stud is allowed to rotate, damage to the ball stud and/or stud mounting hole may occur. Preliminary Procedure: Remove the wheel bearing/ hub assembly. Refer to Rear Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement .
1	Rear Adjustment Link Retaining Nut NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tip: Using the J-42188-B Ball Joint Separator, separate the rear adjustment link from the suspension knuckle. DO NOT loosen the adjustment jamb nut. Refer to Adjustment Link Replacement . Tighten: 30 N.m (22 lb ft) ± 150 degrees.
2	Upper Ball Joint Retaining Nut Tip: Loosen but DO NOT remove the nut until the ball stud has been separated from the knuckle. Using the J-42188-B , separate the ball stud from the knuckle. Tighten: 30 N.m (22 lb ft) ± 150 degrees.
3	Lower Ball Joint Retaining Nut Tip: Rotate the forward edge of the knuckle fully outboard to provide access for the J-42188-B . Loosen but DO NOT remove the nut until the ball stud has been separated from the knuckle. Using the J-42188-B , separate the ball stud from the knuckle. Tighten: 40 N.m (30 lb ft) ± 135 degrees
4	Suspension Knuckle