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12. Remove the knuckle, bearing and shim(s) from the axle assembly.

Installation

1. NOTE:  Pack the bearing and coat all surfaces of knuckle and axle parts with grease prior to assembly.

NOTE:  The bearing must be installed with the retainer lip facing down.

NOTE:  Use shims as required to maintain a 0.076-0.254 mm (0.003-0.010 in) axle-to-knuckle clearance.

Position the knuckle, bearing and the shim(s) on the front axle assembly.

2. Insert the pin into the axle until the notches in the pin and the holes in the axle are in line.

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