Wheel Knuckle - All Wheel Drive (AWD): Removal
- 1.NOTE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect 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.
Measure the distance from the center of the wheel hub to the lip of the fender with the vehicle in a level, static ground position (curb height).
- 2.
Remove the wheel bearing and wheel hub. Refer to Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - Front Wheel Drive (FWD) , or refer to Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - All Wheel Drive (AWD) .
- 5.NOTE: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the stabilizer bar link stud from turning while removing the nut.
Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link upper nut and disconnect the link.
- 7.
Remove the wheel speed sensor bolt, disconnect the harness and position the sensor and harness assembly aside.