Vibe FWD L4-1.8L VIN 8 (2004)
Front Steering Knuckle: Service and Repair
Steering Knuckle Replacement
Tools Required
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J 6627-A Tie Rod Puller
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J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
Removal Procedure
Important: You may remove the following components as an assembly:
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The steering knuckle
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The lower ball joint
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The front hub
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The wheel studs
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The front wheel bearing
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The disc brake shield
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly.
3. If the vehicle has ABS, remove the ABS wheel speed sensor from the steering knuckle. Position the sensor to the side.
4. Unstake the front wheel drive shaft nut.
5. Remove the drive shaft nut from the drive axle while an assistant presses the brake pedal.
6. Remove the 2 nuts (1, 2) and the bolt (3) from the lower control arm.
7. Remove the brake rotor.
8. Loosen the nuts on the lower side of the strut assembly. Do not remove the bolts.
9. Remove the outer tie rod cotter pin (2).
10. Remove the outer tie rod nut (1).
11. Use the J 6627-A, or equivalent, in order to disconnect the outer tie rod from the knuckle.
12. Remove the 2 nuts and the 2 bolts from lower side of the strut assembly.
13. Remove the steering knuckle from the strut.
