S10/T10 Blazer 4WD V6-4.3L VIN W (1997)
11. Tie rod end from the knuckle using J 24319-B.
12. Cotter pins.
13. Ball joints from the knuckle using J 34026.
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Locate J 34026 on the ball joint and back off the nut until the ball stud is forced out of the knuckle.
14. Nuts.
15. Knuckle from the ball joints.
16. Spacer from the knuckle.
17. Seal from the knuckle.
INSTALL OR CONNECT
Tool Required:
J 28574 Steering Knuckle Seal installer
1. New seal to the knuckle using 28574.
2. Spacer to the knuckle.
3. Knuckle to the upper and lower ball joints.
4. Nuts.
Tighten
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Upper nut to 83 Nm (61 lb. ft.).
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Lower nut to 108 Nm (79 lb. ft.).
