Assembly Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Suzuki Swift +, 2005 Pontiac Wave, and 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Mounting Steering Knuckle Onto Lower Ball Joint

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Connect the ball joint to the control arm with the mounting bolts.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the nuts to secure the bolts from below the control arm.
Tighten: Tighten the ball joint-to-control arm nuts to 64 N.m (47 lb ft).
Install the control arm. Refer to Control Arm Replacement .
Install the front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
Lower the vehicle.