Wheel Knuckle: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Focus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All Vehicles

Install the wheel knuckle to strut pinch bolt.

Fig 1: Installing Wheel Knuckle To Strut Pinch Bolt
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Using the special tools, install the halfshaft.

Fig 2: Installing Halfshaft To Wheel Hub
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CAUTION: The wheel hub retaining nut can be re-used four times, inspect the markings on the retaining nut and install a new retaining nut if necessary.

NOTE: Do not fully tighten the wheel hub retaining nut at this stage.

Install the wheel hub retaining nut.

CAUTION: Make sure the heat shield is installed to prevent damage to the ball joint.

Fig 3: Installing Lower Arm To Wheel Knuckle Nut And Bolt

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Install the lower arm to wheel knuckle nut and bolt.

WARNING: Install a new tie-rod end retaining nut. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

Fig 4: Installing Tie-Rod End

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Install the tie-rod end.

Vehicles With Anti-Lock Brakes

Attach the wheel speed sensor.

Fig 5: Installing Wheel Speed Sensor
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All Vehicles

Install the brake disc. For additional information, refer to DISC & DRUM .
Tighten the wheel hub retaining nut.

Fig 6: Tightening Wheel Hub Retaining Nut
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Tighten the strut tower nuts.

Fig 7: Tightening Strut Tower Nuts
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