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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the knuckle to the vehicle.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  2. Install the bolts and nuts attaching the strut to the knuckle.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the strut to knuckle bolts to 122 N.m (90 lb ft).

  3. Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle. Refer to TIE ROD END REPLACEMENT - OUTER .
  4. Connect the front lower control arm ball stud to the knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement  .
  5. Install the front wheel drive shaft bearing. Refer to Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Front  .
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. Inspect the front wheel alignment and adjust if necessary. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT .
    Fig 1: Installing Knuckle To Vehicle
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