Express 4500 V8-6.0L (2010)
Rear Knuckle: Service and Repair
Steering Knuckle Replacement (RWD)
Special Tools
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J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
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J 43631 Ball Joint Remover
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J 45851 Ball Joint Separator Protector Adapters
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Wheels and Tires/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (See: Wheels and Tires/Service and Repair).
3. Remove the wheel hub and bearing. Refer to Front Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (RWD) (See: Wheel Hub/Service and Repair)
Front Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (4WD) (See: Wheel Hub/Service and Repair).
4. Remove the outer tie rod to steering knuckle retaining nut.
5. Disconnect the outer tie rod from the steering knuckle using J 24319-B.
6. Remove the brake hose bracket retaining bolt from the steering knuckle.