Edge AWD V6-3.5L (2009)
Removal
NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure may result
in major service expense. New parts must be installed with the same part numbers or equivalent part, if replacement is necessary. Do not use a
replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure correct
retention of these parts.
1. Remove the wheel and tire.
2. NOTE: Apply the brake to keep the halfshaft from rotating.
NOTE: Do not discard the wheel hub nut and washer at this time.
Remove the wheel hub nut and washer and the halfshaft hub seal.
-
Discard the seal.
3. Remove the wheel speed sensor bolt and position the wheel speed sensor aside.
4. NOTICE: Do not allow the caliper and anchor plate assembly to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.
Remove the 2 bolts and position the caliper and anchor plate assembly aside.
-
Support the caliper and anchor plate assembly using mechanic's wire.
5. Remove the brake disc.
6. Using the Front Hub Remover, separate the halfshaft from the wheel hub.
7. Remove and discard the tie-rod end cotter pin and nut.
8. NOTICE: Do not use a hammer to separate the tie-rod end from the wheel knuckle or damage to the wheel knuckle can result.
Using the Tie-Rod End Remover, separate the tie-rod end from the wheel knuckle.
