STS V8-4.6L VIN A (2005)
Front Steering Knuckle: Technical Service Bulletins
Steering - Revised Steering Knuckle Replacement
Bulletin No.: 05-03-08-012
Date: September 02, 2005
SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE
Subject:
Revised Steering Knuckle Replacement Procedure
Models:
2005 Cadillac STS
This bulletin is being issued to revise the Steering Knuckle Replacement procedure in the Front Suspension sub-section of the Service Manual. Please
replace the current information in the Service Manual with the following information.
The following information has been updated within SI. If you are using a paper version of this Service Manual, please make a reference to this bulletin
on the affected page.
Steering Knuckle Replacement (RWD)
Note:
The ball stud must not rotate during disassembly/reassembly. Hand tools must be used to keep the ball stud from rotating. If air tools are used,
and the stud is allowed to rotate, damage to the ball stud may occur.
Note:
Do not free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or a wedge-type tool. Damage to the seal or bushing may result.
Removal Procedure
1.
Raise and support the vehicle.
2.
Remove the tire and wheel.
3.
Remove the wheel bearing/hub.
4.
Remove the outer tie rod to steering knuckle. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement.
5.
Remove the brake hose bracket to steering knuckle retaining bolts.
6.
Remove the upper control arm ball stud from the steering knuckle. Refer to Shock Module Replacement.
7.
Remove the lower control arm ball stud from the steering knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement.
8.
Remove the steering knuckle.
Installation Procedure
1.
Install the steering knuckle to the lower control arm ball stud. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement.