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7. Tap the ball joint end out of the knuckle; then slide the
axle out of the knuckle.
8. Remove the cap screw securing the lower ball joint to
the knuckle and remove the knuckle.
9. Remove the snap ring securing the bearing in the
knuckle; then press the bearing out of the knuckle.
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CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean all knuckle components.
2. Inspect the bearing for pits, scoring, rusting, or prema-
ture wear.
3. Inspect the knuckle for cracks, breaks, or galling of
the bearing surface.
ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING
1. Using a suitable press and driver, press the bearing
into the knuckle until firmly seated; then install the
snap ring.
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2. Install the knuckle to the lower ball joint and secure
with a new “patch-lock” cap screw. Tighten to 35 ft-
lb.
3. Slide the axle into the knuckle; then install the upper
ball joint and secure with a new “patch-lock” cap
screw. Tighten to 35 ft-lb.
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4. Install the tie rod end and secure with the nut (coated
with red Loctite #271). Tighten to 55 ft-lb; then install
a new cotter pin and spread the pin.
NOTE: During assembling, new cotter pins should
be installed.
5. Install the hub assembly onto the axle; then apply
Loctite primer and red Loctite #277 to the axle
threads.