Sunfire L4-2.2L VIN 4 (1996)
Front Steering Knuckle: Service and Repair
1.
Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and tire.
2.
Remove front hub and bearing. Refer to Transmission and Drivetrain / Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints / Wheel Bearing. See:
Suspension/Wheel Bearing/Service and Repair
3.
Using tool J-29330, on 1989-90 models or J-38892, on 1991-92 models, separate ball joint from steering knuckle.
4.
Remove strut to steering knuckle attaching bolts, then disconnect strut from steering knuckle.
5.
Assemble strut to new steering knuckle and install attaching bolts finger tight.
6.
Insert ball joint stud into steering knuckle and torque stud nut to specification.
7.
Torque strut to steering knuckle bolts to specification.
8.
Reverse removal procedure to complete installation.
