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Knuckle, Steering: Installation

  1. Install the knuckle to the ball joint studs.
  2. Install the upper ball joint nut and cotter pin. Tighten to 95 N.m (70 ft.lbs)
  3. Install the lower ball joint nut and cotter pin. Tighten to 95 N.m (70 ft.lbs)
    GC0130325Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  4. Install the wheel speed sensor (1) through the hole in the brake shield (2).
    GC0130326Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  5. Install the axle shaft nut (if equipped). Tighten to 136 N.m (100 ft.lbs).
  6. Install the wheel speed sensor (1) in the hub/bearing and tighten the bolt (2) to 4-6 N.m (34-50 in. lbs.).
    GC0130316Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  7. Install the disc brake rotor (3).
    GC0130327Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  8. Install the disc brake caliper (4) and tighten the caliper adaptor mounting bolts (3) to 163 N.m (120 ft.lbs)
    GC0130320Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  9. Install the drag link to the knuckle and install the mounting nut. Tighten to 74 N.m (55 ft-lbs). Right side only. 
  10. Install the drag link to the knuckle and install the mounting nut. Tighten to 74 N.m (55 ft-lbs).
  11. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
  12. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.