Alero V6-3.4L VIN E (1999)
Front Steering Knuckle: Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
2. Remove the brake caliper.
3. Remove the wheel drive shaft.
4. Remove the bolts (6) and nuts (2) attaching the steering knuckle (3) to the strut (1).
5. Remove the steering knuckle from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the steering knuckle (3) into the strut flange and install the steering knuckle bolts (6) and nuts (2).
Tighten the nuts (2) to 180 Nm (133 ft. lbs.).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the wheel drive shaft.
3. Install the brake caliper.
4. Check the front wheel alignment.