Grand Caravan FWD V6-3.3L VIN 3 Flex Fuel (2002)
13. Release ball joint stud from steering knuckle using Remover, Special Tool C-4150A, as shown. To ease Remover installation and use, it may help
to rotate the knuckle around so the inside of the knuckle faces outward.
14. Remove the nut from the top of the ball joint stud.
15. Remove the steering knuckle from the vehicle.
16. If the hub and bearing needs to be transferred, remove the four bolts attaching the hub and bearing to the knuckle, then remove the hub and
bearing.
INSPECTION
Inspect the knuckle for the following:
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Cracks or breaks
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Dents or damage
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Stress marks indicating a bend
The front suspension knuckle is not a repairable component of the vehicles front suspension. If bent, broken or damaged in any way, do not attempt to
straighten or repair the steering knuckle. It must be replaced. If inspection leads to the hub and bearing, Refer to BEARING - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING.
INSTALLATION
1. If the hub and bearing needs to be installed in the knuckle, place the hub and bearing squarely into the center hole of the steering knuckle aligning
the threaded mounting holes of the hub and bearing with the mounting holes in the steering knuckle. Install the four mounting bolts and tighten
them to a torque of 65 Nm (45 ft. lbs.).
CAUTION: Before installing the knuckle on the ball joint stud, wipe the ball joint stud and knuckle contact area free of any grease or debris,
otherwise damage to the knuckle can occur. Use a clean shop cloth with Mopar Brake Parts Cleaner applied to it for proper cleaning. Do not spray
the stud directly.
2. Place the knuckle on the ball joint stud.
