Removal And Installation: RWD: Removal
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Remove the front brake rotor. Refer to ROTOR, BRAKE, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
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- Remove and DISCARD
the outer tie rod end (1b) to knuckle mounting nut (1a).
- Remove and DISCARD
the tension strut (1c) to knuckle mounting nut (1a).
- Using special tool (special tool #2032500020, Remover, Front Suspension Ball Joint) (1a) and separate the tension strut (1b) from the knuckle.
- Inspect and make sure that the bushing (2) is in its original position.
- Remove the hub and bearing to knuckle mounting bolts (1a).
- Remove the hub and bearing (1b) from the vehicle.
