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Steering Knuckle: Removal

  1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove front wheel(s). On 2WD models, remove hub center cover. On 4WD models, remove axle shaft drive flange. Remove axle shaft snap ring. On all models, disconnect brake line from strut. Remove caliper from steering knuckle, and wire aside. Remove brake disc. If disc cannot be removed by hand, install two 8-mm bolts into threaded holes of disc. Alternately tighten bolts to remove rotor from hub.
  2. Remove tie rod end from steering knuckle using Tie Rod Remover (09913-65210). Remove axle shaft snap ring. Remove hub. See WHEEL BEARING & HUB  under REMOVAL article. Remove backing plate. Support lower control arm using jack. Remove strut-to-steering knuckle bolts.
  3. Disconnect ball joint from steering knuckle. Remove steering knuckle from vehicle.
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