PT Cruiser L4-2.4L (2008)
CAUTION: Use care when separating the ball joint stud (4) from the knuckle (1), so the ball joint seal does not get cut.
13. Using an appropriate prying tool (2), separate the ball joint stud (4) from the knuckle (1) by prying down on lower control arm (3) and up against
the ball joint boss on the knuckle.
NOTE: Do not allow the halfshaft (3) to hang by the inner C/V joint; it must be supported to keep the joint from separating during this
operation.
14. Pull the knuckle (4) off the halfshaft (3) outer C/V joint splines and remove the knuckle from the vehicle.
NOTE: The cartridge type front wheel bearing used on this vehicle is not transferable to the replacement steering knuckle. If the
replacement steering knuckle does not come with a wheel bearing, a new bearing must be installed in the steering knuckle. Installation of
the new wheel bearing and hub must be done before installing the steering knuckle on the vehicle.
15. If the wheel bearing and hub require removal, See: Front Steering Knuckle/Disassembly - Wheel Bearing and Hub. Do not reuse the wheel
bearing.
