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Hub/Steering Knuckle Assembly: Installation

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
Fig 1: Installing Halfshaft
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