Corvette V8-7.0L (2007)
Front Steering Knuckle: Service and Repair
Front Suspension
Steering Knuckle Replacement
Tools Required
J 42188 Ball Joint Separator
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the brake caliper and rotor.
3. Remove the stabilizer shaft link from the lower control arm.
4. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
5. Support the lower control arm using a jackstand.
6. Separate the steering linkage outer tie rod ball stud from the steering knuckle using J 42188. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End
Replacement.
7. Separate and remove the upper control arm ball joint stud from the steering knuckle using J 42188. Refer to Upper Control Arm Replacement.
8. Using J 42188 separate and remove the lower ball joint stud from the steering knuckle.
9. Remove the steering knuckle from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure