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PR288
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively, cracked,
or damaged in any way, replacement is necessary.
1. Clean all knuckle components.
2. Inspect the bearing for pits, gouges, rusting, or pre-
mature wear.
3. Inspect the knuckle for cracks, breaks, or porosity.
4. Inspect threads for stripping or damage.
ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING
1. Install the bearing; then install the snap ring making
sure it seats into the knuckle.
PR287A
2. Install the knuckle to the upper and lower ball joints
and secure with the two cap screws. Tighten to 35 ft-lb.
KC313A
3. Install the tie rod end and secure with the nut.
Tighten to 30 ft-lb; then install a new cotter pin and
spread the pin.
NOTE: During assembling, new cotter pins should
be installed.
4. Apply a small amount of grease to the hub splines.
5. Install the hub assembly onto the splines of the shaft.
6. Secure the hub assembly with the nut. Tighten only
until snug.
KC305
7. Secure the brake caliper to the knuckle with the
“patch-lock” cap screws. Tighten to 20 ft-lb.
KC283
8. Pump the hand brake lever; then engage the brake
lever lock.
9. Secure the hub nut (from step 6) to the shaft. Tighten
to 200 ft-lb.
10. Install a new cotter pin and spread the pin to secure
the nut.
CAUTION
Use extreme care when removing the bearing. If the
bearing is allowed to fall, it will be damaged and will
have to be replaced.
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