Safari Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN X (2003)
3. Install the upper and lower ball joint retaining nuts.
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Tighten the upper ball joint retaining nut to 83 Nm (61 ft. lbs.).
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Tighten the lower ball joint retaining nut to 125 Nm (90 ft. lbs.).
4. Install new cotter pins. Tighten the upper and lower ball joint nuts up to an additional 1/6 amount to insert the cotter pin through the nuts. Bend the
cotter pin flat against the nut.
5. Install the steering knuckle gasket, if necessary.
6. Connect the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
7. Install the outer tie rod retaining nut.
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Tighten the outer tie rod retaining nut to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the rotor/hub assembly.
9. Install the tire and wheel.
10. Remove the safety stand from the lower control arm.
11. Lower the vehicle.
12. Check the front wheel alignment.
