STEERING KNUCKLE REMOVAL

Note

When the brake pedal is first depressed after replacing the brake pads or pushing back the disc brake piston, DTC C1214 may be output. As there is no malfunction, clear the DTC.

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.


  1. REMOVE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY

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  2. REMOVE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY


    1. Secure the front axle assembly in a vise.

      Note

      When using a vise, do not overtighten it.

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      Remove the clip and nut.

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      Install SST to the front lower ball joint assembly as shown in the illustration.

      SST
      09960-20010   ( 09961-02050, 09961-02050 )

      Note

      Check that the clearance measurement between SST and the front axle assembly is 1 mm (0.0394 in.).

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      Text in Illustration
      *a Apply grease
      *b Place the wrench here.

      Using SST, remove the front lower ball joint assembly from the front axle assembly as shown in the illustration.

      SST
      09960-20010   ( 09961-02010, 09961-02050, 09961-02050 )

      CAUTION:

      Apply grease to the threads and end of the SST bolt.

      Note


      • Install SST so that A and B are parallel.

      • Be sure to place the wrench on the part indicated in the illustration.

      • Do not damage the front lower ball joint dust cover.

  3. REMOVE STEERING KNUCKLE


    1. Secure the front axle assembly between aluminum plates in a vise.

      Note

      Do not overtighten the vise.

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      Remove the 4 bolts, front axle hub sub-assembly and front disc brake dust cover from the steering knuckle.

      Note

      Do not drop the front axle hub sub-assembly.