Impala V8-5.3L (2008)
Front Steering Knuckle: Service and Repair
Front Suspension
Steering Knuckle Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the bearing/hub assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement (See: Suspension/Wheel Bearing/Service and
Repair/Front Suspension) .
3. Remove the front lower control arm ball stud. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (See: Suspension/Control Arm/Service and Repair) .
4. Remove the outer tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement (See: Tie Rod/Tie Rod
End/Service and Repair) .
Important: If removing the knuckle to service other suspension or steering components, perform the following step.
5. Scribe the strut to the knuckle.
6. Remove the bolts and nuts attaching the strut to the knuckle.
7. Remove the knuckle from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the knuckle to the vehicle.