400E (124.034) V8-4.2L (119.975) (1992)
1. Replace stop pin in steering knuckle
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Insert steering knuckle into supporting joint
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Install bolt with new self locking nut and tighten to: 125 Nm.
2. Thoroughly pack slot (arrow) of clamped joint with preservation wax part No. 000 986 33 70 10, or equivalent
3. install steering knuckle arm with new micro-encapsulated bolts and tighten to: 80 Nm.
4. If equipped, screw wheel acceleration sensor (B24/1) onto right hand steering knuckle (arrows)
5. Connect damper strut (11) to steering knuckle (5) by screwing in the two new micro-encapsulated bolts (11i) until the damper strut makes contact
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DO NOT TIGHTEN YET
6. Press top of steering knuckle (5) against damper strut until it makes contact and tighten upper bolt (11k) with washers and new self-locking nut
7. Tighten the two lower self-locking bolts (11i) to: 110 Nm
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Tightening torques for upper bolt (11k) with self locking nut:
12 x 1.5 mm: 110 Nm
14 x 1.5 mm: 200 Nm
8. Un-clamp or reinstall front spring.
NOTE: Clean lower spring mounting in control arm and ensure that the coil end is correctly seated
9. Install brake guard and tighten to: 10 Nm.
10. Fit ABS speed sensor and bolt on
11. Install front wheel hub
12. Check and adjust front wheel alignment. Refer to "Wheels, Tires and Alignment". See: Alignment/Service and Repair