Hub/Steering Knuckle Assembly: Installation
- Install the wheel knuckle to strut pinch bolt. Using Halfshaft Installer (204-067) and Front Wheel Hub Remover/Installer (204-069), install the halfshaft. See Fig 1
. 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. DO NOT fully tighten the wheel hub retaining nut at this stage.
- Install the wheel hub retaining nut. Ensure the heat shield is installed to prevent damage to the ball joint. Install the lower arm to wheel knuckle nut and bolt. Install a new tie-rod end retaining nut. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
- Install the tie-rod end. Attach the wheel speed sensor (if equipped). Install the brake disc. Tighten the wheel hub retaining nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
. Tighten the strut tower nuts.
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