Removal and Replacement

WHEEL HUB, STEERING KNUCKLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

CAUTION:
- Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, disconnect the ABS wheel-speed sensor connector (axle side) and fix the wiring harness to an appropriate place where it will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.

1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

2. Install in the reverse order of removal.

3. After installation, inspect the front wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary. Front Wheel Alignment









Brake Caliper Removal Note

1. Remove the brake caliper component from the steering knuckle and suspend it out of the way using a cable.






Wheel Hub, Steering Knuckle Component Removal Note

1. With a chisel inserted in the steering knuckle as shown in the figure, detach the shock absorber from the steering knuckle component.






CAUTION:
- The steering knuckle notch must not be enlarged over 2 mm {0.08 in}.
- Be careful not to damage the shock absorber or projection A shown in the figure with the chisel.





Wheel Hub, Steering Knuckle Component Installation Note

1. Apply grease (L2Y1 33247) to the wheel bearing inner race and drive shaft contact surface (Area A in figure).






2. Install the wheel hub, steering knuckle component.