FAQ for Steering Knuckle Repair
Q: What is the recommended torque for the lower ball joint to the steering knuckle retaining nut?
A:
The recommended torque is 108 Nm (79 ft. lbs.).
By BobGM Specialist
02/11/2022 Q: What do we need to notice when we are tightening the lower/upper ball joint?
A:
Don't tighten the lower/upper ball joint retaining nut more than 1/6 turn.
By BobGM Specialist
02/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the upper ball joint to the steering knuckle retaining nut?
A:
The recommended torque is 83 Nm (61 ft. lbs.).
By BobGM Specialist
02/11/2022 Q: How to release the stud from the steering knuckle?
A:
You can carefully hammer on the steering knuckle in the area of the upper ball joint stud.
By BobGM Specialist
02/11/2022 Q: What tools are required during the Steering Knuckle Replacement?
A:
J24319-B Steering Linkage, Tie Rod Puller and J 43631 Ball Joint Separator Tool are required.
By BobGM Specialist
02/11/2022