Chevrolet Cobalt Service & Repair Manual: Steering Knuckle, Replace
| 1. |
Raise and support vehicle using suitable
lift. |
| 2. |
Remove tire and wheel assemblies. |
| 3. |
Separate outer tie rod end from steering
knuckle using suitable tool. |
| 4. |
Disconnect ABS wiring harness connector. |
| 5. |
Remove hub and bearing assembly. |
| 6. |
Remove steering knuckle to strut bolts
and nuts, Figs. 1. |
| 7. |
Remove lower ball joint from steering
knuckle. |
| 8. |
Remove steering knuckle assembly. |
| 9. |
Reverse procedure to install, noting
the following: |
| |
a. |
Torque wheel lug nuts to 100
ft. lbs. |
| |
b. |
Torque tie rod end to steering
knuckle nut to 44 ft. lbs. |
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c. |
Torque wheel bearing and hub
mounting bolts to 85 ft. lbs. |
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d. |
Torque strut to steering knuckle
bolts and nuts to 89 ft. lbs. |
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Fig. 1 Steering knuckle removal
1.
Ensure front wheels are in straight
ahead position, then secure steering wheel to prevent rotation.
2.
Raise and support vehicle, then ...
Front
1.
Remove strut assembly upper mounting
nuts.
2.
Raise and support vehicle, then remove
tire and wheel assembly.
...
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