| Removal |
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| 1. |
Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
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| 2. |
Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from the front hub.
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| 3. |
Remove the front brake caliper.
(Refer to Brake System - "Front Disc Brake")
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| 4. |
Loosen the screw and then remove the front disc (A).
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| 5. |
Remove the dust cover (A).
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| 6. |
Remove the wheel speed sensor (A) from the knuckle after loosening the
mounting bolt.
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| 7. |
Remove the split pin and nut (A).
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| 8. |
Remove the lower arm from the knuckle by using the SST (09568-4R100).
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| 9. |
Remove the split pin and nut (A).
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| 10. |
Remove the tie rod end ball joint (A) using the SST (09568-2J100).
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| 11. |
Remove the front strut assembly mounting bolts and nuts (A) from the
front axle.
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| 12. |
Remove the front knuckle & front hub bearing (A) after loosening the
caulking nut.
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| 13. |
Remove the front hub bearing from the front knuckle after loosening
the mounting bolts (A).
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| Inspection |
| 1. |
Check the hub for cracks and the splines for wear.
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| 2. |
Check the brake disc for scoring and damage.
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| 3. |
Check the knuckle for cracks.
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| 4. |
Check the bearing for cracks or damage.
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| Installation |
| 1. |
To install, reverse the removal procedures.
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| 2. |
Check the alignment.
(Refer to Suspension System - "Alingment")
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Components 1. Front knuckle 2. Dust cover 3. Front hub assembly 4. Front brake disc
Replacement 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the heater and blower assembly. (Refer to Heater - "Heater Unit") 3. Remove the heater core.