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Wheel Knuckle > < Front Wheel Bearing
Front Suspension - Lower Arm Ikon 1999 (01/2000-)
Removal and Installation

Removal

  1. Loosen the wheel nuts.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section  100-02 Jacking and Lifting.
  1. Remove the wheel.

  1. Remove the lower arm to wheel knuckle pinch bolt and nut.
  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Protect the ball joint seal using a soft cloth to prevent damage.
    Remove the lower arm from the wheel knuckle.
    • Remove the heat shield.

  1. Remove the lower arm.

Installation

  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Make sure a heat shield is installed to prevent damage to the ball joint.
    To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Wheel Knuckle > < Front Wheel Bearing