C 2500 Yukon XL 2WD V8-8.1L VIN G (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. Remove the wheel hub and bearing.
4. Disconnect the Real Time Damping (RTD) link rod from the sensor, if equipped.
5. Support the lower control arm with a suitable jack.
6. Disconnect the outer tie rod from the knuckle.
7. Remove the brake hose bracket retaining bolt from the knuckle.
8. Remove the retaining nut and separate the upper ball joint from the steering knuckle (2) using the J43631 (1).
9. Remove the retaining nut and separate the lower ball joint from the steering knuckle (2) using the J43631 (1).
