Sable V6-183 3.0L DOHC VIN S MFI (1997)
Rear Knuckle: Service and Repair
Installation
1. Install front disc brake rotor shield using new rivets and Heavy Duty Riveter D80L-23200-A or equivalent. See Brakes and Traction Control.
2. Position wheel hub into front wheel knuckle. Install three retaining bolts, tighten to 83-107 Nm (61-78 ft. lbs.).
3. Install front wheel knuckle onto front shock absorber and loosely install a new pinch bolt in front wheel knuckle to retain front shock absorber.
4. Install front wheel knuckle and wheel hub on halfshaft.
5. Slowly release Rotunda Spring Compressor 164-R3571 or equivalent while guiding lower ball joint into front suspension lower arm.
6. Remove Rotunda Spring Compressor 164-R3571 or equivalent.
7. Install lower ball joint nut. Tighten to 68-92 Nm (50-67 ft. lbs.).
8. Tighten knuckle-to-shock absorber pinch bolt and nut to 98-132 Nm (72-97 ft. lbs.).
9. Position tie rod end into front wheel knuckle, install a new slotted nut and tighten. If necessary, advance nut to align slot and install a new cotter
pin. Tighten to 47-63 Nm (35-46 ft. lbs.).
10. Install stabilizer bar link to front shock absorber and install a new nut. Tighten to 77-103 Nm (57-75 ft. lbs.).
CAUTION: Use extreme care not to damage boot seal. Do not use power tools to tighten nut or bearing and seal damage will result. Install nut
using hex hold feature to prevent the stud from rotating.
11. Install front disc brake rotor and disc brake caliper. Tighten caliper anchor bracket bolts to 88-118 Nm (65-87 ft. lbs.).
12. Install front axle wheel hub retainer. Tighten to 230-275 Nm (170-202 ft. lbs.).
13. Install tire and wheel.
14. Lower vehicle.
15. Pump brake pedal prior to moving vehicle to position brake linings.
