S 500 Sedan (140.051) V8-5.0L (119.980) (1996)
8. Detach steering knuckle (5) from upper wishbone as follows:
a. Unscrew nut (6g), press bolt (6c) out of clamped joint
b. Detach knuckle from wishbone
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If joint is seized, use spreader tool No. 140 589 02 31 00, or equivalent
c. Attach steering knuckle with a bracket to the spring dome
d. Check rubber boot and ball joint for damage and wear
9. Remove steering knuckle arm
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Check supporting joint
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Check steering knuckle, replace if necessary
INSTALLATION
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Install in reverse order, noting the following:
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Replace self-locking nuts and bolts
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Perform alignment check. See: Alignment/Service and Repair
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Tighten the following components as noted:
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Self-locking nut for fastening stabilizer bar connecting rod on steering knuckle: 40 Nm
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Self-locking nut, clamped joint of upper wishbones on steering knuckles: 125 Nm
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Self-locking nut, supporting joint on steering knuckle: 140 Nm
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Bolt, steering knuckle arm on steering knuckle: 80 Nm
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Bolt, brake splash shield on steering knuckle: 22 Nm
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Self-locking bolt, front axle VSS sensor on steering knuckle: 22 Nm
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Self-locking nut of track rod ball joint on steering arm: 50 Nm