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OEM (Genuine) 2004 Cadillac XLR Rear Suspension Knuckle
PartNumber: 88965637
Product Specifications- Notes: Xlr; Left; Xlr; Right
- Location: Driver Side; Passenger Side
- Other Names: Knuckle
- Item Dimensions: 5.5 x 13.7 x 12.8 inches
- Item Weight: 6.10 Pounds
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- Replaces: 88964148
- Part Description: Rear Suspension Knuckle
OEM (Genuine) 2004 Cadillac XLR Knuckle
PartNumber: 88965638
Product Specifications- Notes: Xlr; Right; Xlr; Left
- Location: Passenger Side; Driver Side
- Other Names: Knuckle
- Item Dimensions: 13.5 x 13.0 x 5.5 inches
- Item Weight: 5.60 Pounds
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- Replaces: 88964149
- Part Description: Knuckle
FAQ for Steering Knuckle Repair
Q: What's the recommended torque for the flexplate to flexplate spindle bolts?
A:
The recommended torque is 50 N.m (37 ft. lbs.).
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022Q: How do you remove the knuckle?
A:
You can remove the tire and wheel assembly, disconnect the wheel speed sensor harness connector, disconnect the ESC position sensor link, remove the brake rotor, separate the outer tie rod end from the suspension knuckle, remove the spindle nut retainer, the spindle nut and the washer, separate the suspension knuckle from the upper control arm and the suspension knuckle from the lower control arm ball joint stud, then remove the suspension knuckle.
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022Q: How do you remove the flex plate?
A:
You can remove the driveline support assembly and separate it from the transmission, remove the bolts mounting the flexplate to the flexplate spindle, then remove the flexplate.
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022Q: What should be done before removing the knuckle?
A:
You will need to raise and support the vehicle.
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022Q: What's the installation procedure for the flexplate?
A:
The installation procedure is to position the flexplate to the flexplate spindle so that the side of the flexplate marked CONVERTER SIDE will face the transmission torque converter, install the flexplate to flexplate spindle bolts, then install the driveline support assembly to the transmission.
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022Q: What's the recommended torque for the rear wheel nuts?
A:
The recommended torque is 140 N.m (103 lb-ft).
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022Q: How do you remove the steering knuckle?
A:
You can remove the tire and wheel assembly, disconnect the wheel speed sensor harness connector and the ESC position sensor link, then remove the brake rotor, separate the outer tie rod end from the suspension knuckle, remove the spindle nut retainer, the spindle nut and the washer, separate the suspension knuckle from the upper control arm, separate the suspension knuckle from the lower control arm ball joint stud, then remove the suspension knuckle.
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022Q: What should be done before removing the steering knuckle?
A:
You will need to raise and support the vehicle.
By Bob
GM Specialist
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