D21 Hardbody XE 4WD L4-2389cc 2.4L SOHC MFI (KA24E) (1997)
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CAUTION: During above operation, never remove ball joint nuts which are loosened in step "a" above.
c. Remove ball joint tightening nuts. Support lower link with jack.
d. Remove knuckle spindle from upper and lower links.
INSPECTION
Knuckle Spindle
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Check knuckle spindle for deformation, cracks and other damage by using a magnetic exploration or dyeing test.
Needle Bearing
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Check needle bearing for wear, scratches, pitting, flaking and burn marks.
INSTALLATION
1. Install needle bearing into knuckle spindle.
NOTE: Make sure that needle bearing is facing in the proper direction. Apply multi-purpose grease.
2. Install knuckle spindle to upper and lower ball joints with lower link jacked up.
CAUTION: Make sure that oil and grease do not come into contact with tapered areas of ball joint, knuckle spindle and threads of ball joint.
3. Connect tie rod to knuckle spindle.
4. After installing knuckle spindle, adjust wheel bearing preload.