Frontier SC Crew Cab 4WD V6-3.3L SC (VG33ER) (2001)
During above operation, never remove ball joint nuts which are loosened in step (a) above.
Tool:
2WD ST29020001 (J24319-01)
4WD HT72520000 (J25730-B)
c. Remove ball joint tightening nuts.
Support lower link with jack.
d. Remove knuckle spindle from upper and lower links.
INSPECTION
Knuckle Spindle
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Check knuckle spindle for deformation, cracks and other damage by using a magnetic exploration or dyeing test.
Bearing Spacer (2WD model)
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Check bearing spacer for damage.
Needle Bearing (4WD models)
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Check needle bearing for wear, scratches, pitting, flaking and burn marks.
INSTALLATION
1. Install needle bearing into knuckle spindle (4WD models).
Make sure that needle bearing is facing in the proper direction. Apply multi-purpose grease.
2. Install knuckle spindle to upper and lower ball joints with lower link jacked up.
CAUTION: Make sure that oil and grease do not come into contact with tapered areas of ball joint, knuckle spindle and threads of ball joint.
3. Connect tie-rod to knuckle spindle.
4. Install wheel hub and rotor disc.
5. After installing knuckle spindle, adjust wheel bearing preload.