Front Steering Knuckle: Service and Repair

Steering Knuckle Replacement

- Tools Required
- J 23742 Ball Joint Separator

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in Service Precautions.

Caution: Refer to Floor Jack Caution in Service Precautions.





1. Raise the front of the vehicle. Place safety stands under the control arms.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Disconnect the tie rod from the steering knuckle.

Notice: Refer to Brake Caliper Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Remove the front brake caliper.
5. Remove the hub/rotor.

Important: Do not damage the seal.





6. Remove the steering knuckle seal.
7. Remove the three bolts that attach the splash shield to the knuckle.
8. Using the J 23742 separate the upper and the lower ball joint studs from the steering knuckle.
9. Remove the wheel speed sensor from the steering knuckle.





10. Remove the knuckle.
10.1. Clean the steering knuckle.
10.2. Inspect the steering knuckle tapered hole. If this tapered hole is out-of-round, deformed, or damaged, replace the knuckle.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the wheel speed sensor in the steering knuckle.
2. Install the upper and lower ball joints into the steering knuckle.





3. Install the steering knuckle seal.





4. Install the splash shield to the steering knuckle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

5. Install the bolts to the splash shield.
- Tighten the nuts to 24 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the tie rod end into the knuckle.
7. Install the hub/rotor.
8. Adjust the wheel bearings.
9. Install the front brake caliper.
10. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
11. Remove the safety stands.
12. Lower the vehicle.
13. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications.