K 2500 Truck 4WD V8-6.6L DSL Turbo VIN 1 (2002)
Front Steering Knuckle: Service and Repair
Front Suspension
Steering Knuckle Replacement
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Tools Required
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J 43631 Ball Joint Remover
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J 45851 Ball Joint Separator Protector Adapters
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Unload the torsion bars.
4. Remove the wheel hub and bearing assembly.
5. Disconnect the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
6. Remove the brake hose bracket retaining bolt from the steering knuckle.
7. Remove the upper control arm retaining nut and separate the upper ball joint from the steering knuckle using the J 43631 and J 45851.