MDX V6-3.7L (2007)
9. Install the knuckle in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
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Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when installing the knuckle.
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Before connecting the lower ball joint to the knuckle, degrease the threaded section and tapered portion of the ball joint pin, the lower arm
connecting hole, the threaded section and mating surface of the castle nut.
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First install all the components and lightly tighten the bolts and nuts, then raise the suspension to load it with the vehicle's weight before fully
tightening to the specified torque values.
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Tighten all mounting hardware to the specified torque values.
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Torque the castle nut to the lower torque specification, then tighten it only far enough to align the slot with the ball joint pin hole. Do not align
the castle nut by loosening it.
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Before installing the brake disc, clean the mating surface of the front hub and the inside of the brake disc.
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Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surface of the brake disc and the inside of the wheel.
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Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary.
