Park Avenue V6-3.8L SC VIN 1 (2005)
Front Steering Knuckle: Service and Repair
Steering Knuckle Replacement
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Tools Required
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J 43828 Ball Joint Separator
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J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
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J 28733-B Front/Rear Spindle Remover
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Insert drift of screwdriver into the caliper and rotor in order to prevent rotor from turning.
4. Remove the drive axle nut.
5. Remove the brake rotor.
6. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
7. Remove the wheel bearing and hub retaining bolts.
8. Use the J 28733-B in order to remove the hub and drive axle.
9. Use the J 24319-B in order to separate the tie rod from the steering knuckle.
10. Remove the dust shield.
11. Remove the front strut to steering knuckle retaining bolts.