Firebird V8-5.7L VIN G (2001)
Front Steering Knuckle: Service and Repair
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Tools Required
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J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
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J 39549 Ball Joint/Tie Rod Separator
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
3. Remove the wheel hub and bearing from the steering knuckle. Refer to Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement- Front.
4. Remove and discard the cotter pin (3) from the outer tie rod end (1).
5. Remove the outer tie rod end nut (2).
6. Using J 24319-B separate the outer tie rod end (2) from the steering knuckle (1).
7. Use a jack stand to support the lower control arm.
8. Remove the shock absorber lower bolts and nuts.
9. Remove and discard the upper control arm cotter pin.
10. Remove the upper control arm nut.