Front Wheel Hub, Steering Knuckle and Wheel Bearing Removal and Installation: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Suzuki SX4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Reference: FRONT WHEEL HUB AND STEERING KNUCKLE COMPONENTS

CAUTION:

If the steering knuckle assembly is not removed and installed carefully, the drive shaft dust cover and brake dust cover may damage the dust boots of the suspension arm joints. When removing and installing the steering knuckle assembly, be careful not to damage the suspension arm joint dust boots.
Reusing the removed wheel bearing and circlip can lead to abnormal noise, vibration or other abnormal conditions. Never reuse the wheel bearing and circlip.