Pathfinder 4WD V6-4.0L (VQ40DE) (2006)
Front Steering Knuckle: Service and Repair
Front Suspension
KNUCKLE
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service
Make sure the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component status (wear, damage) are within specifications.
REMOVAL
1. Remove wheel and tire from vehicle using power tool.
2. Without disassembling the hydraulic lines, remove brake caliper using power tool. Reposition it aside with wire.
NOTE: Avoid depressing brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
3. Put alignment marks on disc rotor and wheel hub and bearing assembly, then remove disc rotor.
4. Disconnect wheel sensor and remove bracket from steering knuckle.
CAUTION: Do not pull on wheel sensor harness.
5. On 4WD models, remove cotter pin, then remove lock nut from drive shaft using power tool.
6. Remove steering outer socket cotter pin at steering knuckle, then loosen nut using power tool.