SRX AWD V8-4.6L VIN A (2004)
Tighten the nut until the correct amount of threads (recorded earlier) are visible. Install the snap ring.
26.
Install the large nut on the drive axle.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 160 Nm (118 lb ft)
27.
Position the lower shock mount to the lower control arm and install the fasteners.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt (not the nut) to 220 Nm (162 lb ft).
28.
On Corvette models, position the stabilizer bar to the lower control arm and install the nut.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 72 Nm (53 lb ft).
29.
Position the park brake cable and bracket to the knuckle and install the bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 30 Nm (22 lb ft).
30.
Connect the outer tie rod to the knuckle and install the nut.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 20 Nm (15 lb ft), and then an additional 160 degrees.
31.
Connect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector to the bearing hub.
32.
Using the mark made earlier, align and install the brake rotor to the bearing hub.
33.
Position the brake caliper and bracket to the knuckle and install the attaching bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 175 Nm (129 lb ft).
34.
Connect the height sensor linkage to the control arm.
35.
Repeat the inspection procedure on the opposite side of the vehicle.
36.
Install the rear wheel and tire assemblies.
Tighten
Tighten the wheel nuts to 140 Nm (103 lb ft).
37.
Remove any supports and lower the vehicle.
Front Lower Control Arm and Knuckle Replacement - SRX Models
This procedure should only be performed if the results in the INSPECTION procedure indicate that replacement of these parts are required.
See the appropriate Service Manual sections for additional information, illustrations, and required tool usage.
1.
Raise the vehicle on a suitable hoist and support.
2.
Remove the front wheel and tire assembly.
3.
Remove the bolts attaching the brake caliper bracket to the knuckle and remove the caliper/bracket assembly. Support the caliper/bracket assembly
