K 1500 Suburban 4WD V8-5.3L VIN T (2002)
Front Steering Knuckle: Service and Repair
Steering Knuckle Replacement
Tools Required
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J43631 Ball Joint Separating Tool
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Disconnect the Real Time Damping (RTD) link rod from the sensor, if equipped.
4. Unload the torsion bars.
5. Remove the wheel hub and bearing assembly.
6. Disconnect the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
7. Remove the brake hose bracket retaining bolt from the steering knuckle.
8. Remove the upper control arm retaining nut and separate the upper ball joint from the steering knuckle (2) using the J43631 (1).
