Wheel Knuckle - Vehicles With: AWD

Removal

NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.

1. WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this section, refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

   Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
   

1. Refer to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - Vehicles With: AWD (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
   

1. General Equipment : Vehicle/Axle Stands

1. Refer to: Lower Arm Vertical Link (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Relocate and support the component. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.
   

Installation

1. NOTICE: Tighten the suspension bushing fasteners with the suspension loaded or with the weight of the vehicle resting on the wheels and tires, otherwise incorrect clamp load and bushing damage may occur.

   Torque :
   1   185 Nm
   2   103 Nm
   3   250 Nm

1. Torque :
   1   14 Nm
   2   9 Nm

1. Refer to: Lower Arm Vertical Link (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Refer to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - Vehicles With: AWD (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Refer to: Rear Toe Adjustment (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures).
   

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