SRX AWD V8-4.6L VIN A (2004)
See the appropriate Service Manual sections for additional information, illustrations and required tool usage.
1.
Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position so that front wheels can be steered.
2.
Raise the vehicle on a suitable hoist and support as necessary.
3.
On SRX models, remove both front wheel and tire assemblies.
4.
Place a suitable support under the front lower control arm.
5.
Check the torque of the lower ball joint stud to knuckle retaining nut.
A.
Was the ball stud nut torque less than 30 Nm (22 lb ft)? If no, nut must be replaced. Remove the original nut and continue to Step B to
determine the correct tightening specification of the new nut. If yes, the lower control arm (which includes the ball stud), knuckle, and
retaining nut must be replaced. Contact a representative at the PQC to order parts. Refer to the Parts section in this bulletin for ordering
information. Proceed to the Front Lower Control Arm and Knuckle Replacement Procedure when parts are received.
B.
Did the ball stud assembly separate from the knuckle when the nut was removed? If yes, replace only the nut.
Tighten
Tighten the NEW nut to 30 Nm (22 lb ft), and then an additional 180 degrees.
C.
If no, replace only the nut.
Tighten
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CTS/SRX: Tighten the NEW nut to 100 Nm (74 lb ft).
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XLR/Corvette: Tighten the NEW nut to 75 Nm (55 lb ft).
6.
Remove the support from the lower control arm.
7.
Repeat the inspection on the opposite side.
8.
On SRX models, install the wheel and tire assemblies.
Tighten
Tighten the wheel nuts to 140 Nm (103 lb ft).
9.
On SRX and CTS models, remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
10.
On XLR and Corvette models, proceed to the Rear Lower Ball Joint to Knuckle Retaining Nut Procedure.
Rear Lower Ball Joint to Knuckle Retaining Nut Inspection - XLR and Corvette Only
See the appropriate Service Manual sections for additional information, illustrations, and required tool usage.
1.
The vehicle should still be on a hoist with the supports in place as necessary.
2.
Remove both rear wheel and tire assemblies.
3.
Disconnect the linkage attaching the height sensor to the control arm.
4.
Remove the bolts attaching the brake caliper bracket to the knuckle and remove the caliper/bracket assembly. Support the caliper/bracket assembly
