Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Rear Steering Knuckle - Installation







INSTALLATION









CAUTION: The rear axle halfshaft must be horizontal when tightening all nuts and bolts.

1. Install the knuckle to the vehicle.
2. Install the trailing link, nuts and bolts (1-2). Installation.




3. Install the trailing link nuts and bolts (1-2). Installation.




4. Install the lateral link nuts and bolts (1-2). Installation.




5. Install the track bar nuts and bolts (1-2). Installation.
6. Install the lower control arm. Rear Lower Control Arm - Installation.




7. Install the rear disc brake dust shield by installing the bolts (1) to the rear hub assembly. Tighten the bolts to 10 Nm (89 in. lbs.).




8. Install the rear axle halfshaft to the rear hub assembly.

NOTE: A new halfshaft outer retaining nut must be used.

9. Install the rear axle halfshaft outer retaining nut (1). Tighten the halfshaft nut to 220 Nm (164 ft. lbs.).




10. Install the rear Wheel Speed Sensor (2). Rear Wheel Speed Sensor - Installation.




11. Install the parking brake cable (2). Parking Brake Cable - Installation.




12. Install the parking brake shoe assembly (1-5). Installation.




13. Install the disc brake rotor (1). Brake Rotor - Installation.




14. Install the rear disc brake caliper and bolts (1). Disc Brake Caliper - Installation.
15. Install the wheel and tire assembly. Procedures.
16. Check vehicle alignment. Service and Repair.