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Front Suspension: Removal & Installation Saab 9-7X I

Suspension Front 26 illustrations ~3706 words

Installation Procedure

Note. The stabilizer shaft must be installed with the bend down and away from the engine. If the stabilizer shaft is installed improperly, contact between the stabilizer shaft and oil filter may occur.

  1. Install the stabilizer shaft to the vehicle, with the bend down and away from the engine. There may be a label on the shaft. If so, it should be on the LH side.
  2. If equipped with a LL8 6 cylinder engine, do the following: Lower the engine. NOTE: Refer to «Fastener Notice»(ref-268087-S07010920292007101800000) . Install the engine mounting nuts-to-frame bracket. Tighten: Tighten the engine mount nuts to 70 N.m (52 lb ft). Remove the block of wood between the oil pan and the pole jack. Remove the jackstand from underneath the oil pan. Install the engine protection shield. Refer to «Engine Protection Shield Replacement»(ref-268103-S05084402582007101800000) .
  3. Install the stabilizer shaft insulators to the stabilizer shaft.
  4. Install the stabilizer shaft insulator clamp to the stabilizer shaft insulator.
  5. Install the stabilizer shaft insulator clamp mounting bolts. Tighten: Tighten the stabilizer shaft insulator clamp mounting bolts to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).
  6. Install the stabilizer shaft links to the stabilizer shaft. Refer to «Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement»(ref-268128-S08844005342007101800000) .
  7. Install the tires and wheels. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  8. Lower the vehicle.

Scheme 3

Scheme 3: Removal Procedure
Scheme 3: Removal Procedure

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Scheme 4
Scheme 4
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle»(ref-268088-S13434065972007101800000) .
  2. Remove the stabilizer shaft link to stabilizer shaft retaining nut.
  3. Remove the stabilizer shaft link to lower control arm retaining nut. NOTE: Do not pry on the stabilizer shaft link. Use care when removing or installing the stabilizer shaft link in order to avoid tearing or puncturing the stabilizer shaft link boot. Damage to the stabilizer shaft link boot will lead to damage to the stabilizer shaft link.
  4. Remove the stabilizer shaft link.
  1. Install the stabilizer shaft link to the lower control arm. NOTE: Refer to «Fastener Notice»(ref-268087-S07010920292007101800000) .
  2. Install the stabilizer shaft link to lower control arm retaining nut. Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 155 N.m (114 lb ft).
  3. Install the stabilizer shaft link to the stabilizer shaft.
  4. Install the stabilizer shaft link to stabilizer shaft retaining nut. Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 155 N.m (114 lb ft).
  5. Lower the vehicle.

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle»(ref-268088-S13434065972007101800000) .
  2. Remove the stabilizer shaft insulator clamp mounting bolts.
  3. Remove the stabilizer shaft insulator clamp from the stabilizer shaft insulator.
  4. Lower the stabilizer shaft and remove the stabilizer shaft insulator.
  1. Install the stabilizer shaft insulator to stabilizer shaft with slit facing the front of the vehicle.
  2. Install the stabilizer shaft insulator clamp to the stabilizer shaft insulator. NOTE: Refer to «Fastener Notice»(ref-268087-S07010920292007101800000) .
  3. Install the stabilizer shaft insulator clamp mounting bolts. Tighten: Tighten the stabilizer shaft insulator clamp mounting bolts to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).
  4. Lower the vehicle.

Upper Ball Joint Replacement

Tools Required

  1. J 9519-E Lower Ball Joint Remover and Installer. See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  2. J 21474-01 Control Arm Bushing Set. See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  3. J 45117 Ball Joint Installation Spacer. See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .

Scheme 5

Scheme 5: Removal Procedure
Scheme 5: Removal Procedure

Scheme 6

Scheme 6
Scheme 6
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle»(ref-268088-S13434065972007101800000) .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  3. Remove the steering knuckle with wheel hub attached. Refer to «Steering Knuckle Replacement (4WD)»(ref-268128-S42874405462007101800000) or «Steering Knuckle Replacement (RWD)»(ref-268128-S05386621792007101800000) .
  4. Remove the upper ball joint retaining clip.
  5. Remove the upper ball joint boot.
  6. Remove the upper ball joint from the steering knuckle using J 9519-E . See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .

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Scheme 7: Installation Procedure
Scheme 7: Installation Procedure
  1. Install the upper ball joint to steering knuckle using J 9519-E , J 21474-01 , and J 45117 . See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  2. Install the upper ball joint retaining clip.
  3. Install the steering knuckle with wheel hub attached. Refer to «Steering Knuckle Replacement (4WD)»(ref-268128-S42874405462007101800000) or «Steering Knuckle Replacement (RWD)»(ref-268128-S05386621792007101800000) .
  4. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to «Wheel Alignment Specifications»(ref-268169-S15095063182007101800000) .

Lower Ball Joint Replacement

Tools Required

  1. J 9519-E Ball Joint Remover and Installer Set. See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  2. J 34874 Booster Seal Remover/Installer. See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  3. J 41435 Ball Joint Installer. See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  4. J 45105-1 Ball Joint Flaring Adapter. See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  5. J 45105-2 Receiver. See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .

Scheme 8

Scheme 8: Removal Procedure
Scheme 8: Removal Procedure

Scheme 9

Scheme 9
Scheme 9
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle»(ref-268088-S13434065972007101800000) .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  3. Remove the steering knuckle with wheel hub and bearing attached. Refer to «Steering Knuckle Replacement (4WD)»(ref-268128-S42874405462007101800000) or «Steering Knuckle Replacement (RWD)»(ref-268128-S05386621792007101800000) .
  4. Remove the lower ball joint flange with a chisel.
  5. Install J 9519-E and J 34874 to the lower ball joint. See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  6. Remove the lower ball joint from the lower control arm using J 9519-E and J 34874 . See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .

Scheme 10

Scheme 10: Installation Procedure
Scheme 10: Installation Procedure

Scheme 11

Scheme 11
Scheme 11
  1. Install the lower ball joint and J 9519-E , J 41435 , and J 45105-2 to the lower control arm. See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  2. Install the lower ball joint to the lower control arm using J 9519-E , J 41435 , and J 45105-2 . See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  3. Remove J 9519-E , J 41435 , and J 45105-2 from the lower control arm. See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  4. Install J 9519-E and J 45105-1 to the lower ball joint. See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  5. Flare the lower ball joint flange using J 9519-E and J 45105-1 . See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  6. Remove J 9519-E and J 45105-1 from the lower ball joint. See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  7. Install the steering knuckle with wheel hub and bearing attached. Refer to «Steering Knuckle Replacement (4WD)»(ref-268128-S42874405462007101800000) or «Steering Knuckle Replacement (RWD)»(ref-268128-S05386621792007101800000) .
  8. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to «Wheel Alignment Specifications»(ref-268169-S15095063182007101800000) .

Steering Knuckle Replacement (4WD)

Tools Required

  1. J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
  2. J 43631 Ball Joint Remover. See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .

Scheme 12

Scheme 12: Removal Procedure
Scheme 12: Removal Procedure

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Scheme 18
  1. Remove the tire and wheel center cap.
  2. Remove the drive axle nut.
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle»(ref-268088-S13434065972007101800000) .
  4. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  5. Remove the wheel hub and bearing. Refer to «Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (4WD)»(ref-268128-S16020524492007101800000) or «Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (RWD)»(ref-268128-S27491813872007101800000) .
  6. Remove and discard the outer tie rod retaining nut.
  7. Disconnect the outer tie rod from the steering knuckle using J 24319-B .
  8. Remove the brake hose bracket retaining bolts.
  9. Remove the brake hose bracket from the steering knuckle.
  10. Remove and discard the upper control arm to the steering knuckle pinch bolt and nut.
  11. Disconnect the upper control arm from the steering knuckle.
  12. Remove and discard the lower ball joint retaining nut.
  13. Remove the steering knuckle from the lower control arm using J 43631 . See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  14. Remove the steering knuckle from the vehicle.

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Scheme 19
Scheme 19
  1. Install the steering knuckle to the lower control arm. NOTE: Refer to «Fastener Notice»(ref-268087-S07010920292007101800000) .
  2. Install a new lower ball joint retaining nut. Tighten: Tighten the lower ball joint retaining nut to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
  3. Connect the upper control arm to the steering knuckle.
  4. Install a new upper control arm pinch bolt and nut. Tighten: Tighten the upper control arm pinch bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
  5. Install the brake hose bracket to the steering knuckle.
  6. Install the brake hose bracket retaining bolts. Tighten: Tighten the brake hose bracket retaining bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
  7. Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
  8. Install the new outer tie rod retaining nut. Tighten: Tighten the outer tie rod retaining nut to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
  9. Install the wheel hub and bearing. Refer to «Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (4WD)»(ref-268128-S16020524492007101800000) or «Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (RWD)»(ref-268128-S27491813872007101800000) .
  10. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  11. Lower the vehicle.
  12. Install the drive axle nut. Tighten: Tighten the drive axle nut to 140 N.m (103 lb ft).
  13. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to «Wheel Alignment Specifications»(ref-268169-S15095063182007101800000) .

Steering Knuckle Replacement (RWD)

Tools Required

  1. J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
  2. J 43631 Ball Joint Remover. See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .

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Scheme 20
Scheme 20
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle»(ref-268088-S13434065972007101800000) .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  3. Remove the wheel hub and bearing. Refer to «Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (4WD)»(ref-268128-S16020524492007101800000) or «Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (RWD)»(ref-268128-S27491813872007101800000) .
  4. Remove and discard the outer tie rod retaining nut.
  5. Disconnect the outer tie rod from the steering knuckle using J 24319-B .
  6. Remove the brake hose bracket retaining bolts.
  7. Remove the brake hose bracket from the steering knuckle.
  8. Disconnect the ABS wheel speed sensor wiring harness bracket from the steering knuckle.
  9. Remove and discard the upper control arm to the steering knuckle pinch bolt and nut.
  10. Disconnect the upper control arm from the steering knuckle.
  11. Remove and discard the lower ball joint retaining nut.
  12. Remove the steering knuckle from the lower control arm using J 43631 . See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  13. Remove the steering knuckle from the vehicle.
  1. Install the steering knuckle to the lower control arm. NOTE: Refer to «Fastener Notice»(ref-268087-S07010920292007101800000) .
  2. Install a new lower ball joint retaining nut. Tighten: Tighten the lower ball joint retaining nut to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
  3. Connect the upper control arm to the steering knuckle.
  4. Install a new upper control arm pinch bolt and nut. Tighten: Tighten the upper control arm pinch bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
  5. Connect the ABS wheel speed sensor wiring harness bracket to the steering knuckle.
  6. Install the brake hose bracket to the steering knuckle.
  7. Install the brake hose bracket retaining bolts. Tighten: Tighten the brake hose bracket retaining bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
  8. Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
  9. Install the new outer tie rod retaining nut. Tighten: Tighten the outer tie rod retaining nut to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
  10. Install the wheel hub and bearing. Refer to «Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (4WD)»(ref-268128-S16020524492007101800000) or «Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (RWD)»(ref-268128-S27491813872007101800000) .
  11. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  12. Lower the vehicle.
  13. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to «Wheel Alignment Specifications»(ref-268169-S15095063182007101800000) .

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Scheme 22
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle»(ref-268088-S13434065972007101800000) .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  3. Remove and discard the upper ball joint to upper control arm pinch bolt and nut.
  4. Disconnect the upper control arm from the steering knuckle.
  5. Disconnect the ABS wheel speed sensor wiring harness from the upper control arm.
  6. If removing the left side, remove the battery tray. Refer to «Battery Tray Replacement»(ref-268108-S20967260902007101800000) .
  7. Gently pry out on inner fender body panel to access forward facing bolt.
  8. Remove the upper control arm mounting bolts.
  9. Remove the upper control arm.
  1. Install the upper control arm.
  2. Gently pry out on inner fender to access the forward facing bolt. NOTE: Refer to «Fastener Notice»(ref-268087-S07010920292007101800000) .
  3. Install the upper control arm mounting bolts. Tighten: Tighten the upper control arm mounting bolts to 150 N.m (111 lb ft).
  4. Install the battery tray, if removed. Refer to «Battery Tray Replacement»(ref-268108-S20967260902007101800000) .
  5. Connect the ABS wheel speed sensor wiring harness to the upper control arm.
  6. Connect the upper control arm to the steering knuckle.
  7. Install a new upper ball joint to upper control arm pinch bolt and nut. Tighten: Tighten the upper ball joint to upper control arm pinch bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
  8. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to «Wheel Alignment Specifications»(ref-268169-S15095063182007101800000) .

Lower Control Arm Replacement

Tools Required

  1. J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
  2. J 43631 Ball Joint Remover. See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .

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Scheme 25
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle»(ref-268088-S13434065972007101800000) .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  3. Remove and discard the outer tie rod retaining nut.
  4. Disconnect the outer tie rod from the steering knuckle using J 24319-B .
  5. Remove the stabilizer shaft link lower retaining nut.
  6. Disconnect the stabilizer shaft link and washer from the lower control arm.
  7. Remove the shock module yoke lower mounting nut.
  8. Disconnect the shock module yoke from the lower control arm using J 24319-B .
  9. Remove the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting nuts. IMPORTANT: Note the direction the bolts are removed for installation.
  10. Remove the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting bolts.
  11. Remove and discard lower ball joint retaining nut.
  12. Disconnect lower ball joint from steering knuckle using J 43631 . See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) . IMPORTANT: Take care not to disengage the axle shaft from the transmission (4WD only).
  13. Pivot the lower control arm outward and downward in order to disconnect the lower control arm from the lower control arm bracket.
  14. Remove the lower control arm from the steering knuckle.
  1. Install the lower control arm to the steering knuckle. NOTE: Refer to «Fastener Notice»(ref-268087-S07010920292007101800000) .
  2. Install a new lower ball joint retaining nut. Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft). IMPORTANT: Take care not to disengage the axle shaft from the transmission.
  3. Pivot the lower control arm outward and upward in order to connect the lower control arm to the lower control arm bracket.
  4. Install the lower control arm to the lower control arm bracket.
  5. Install the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting bolts.
  6. Install the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting nuts. Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 130 N.m (96 lb ft). IMPORTANT: Ensure that the lower control arm is parallel to the lower control arm bracket during the installation and tightening of the lower control arm mounting bolts and nuts. This will ensure correct alignment of the lower control arm bushings.
  7. Connect the shock module yoke to the lower control arm.
  8. Install the shock module yoke lower mounting nut.
  9. Install the stabilizer shaft link and washer to the lower control arm.
  10. Install the stabilizer shaft link retaining nut. Tighten: Tighten the nut to 155 N.m (114 lb ft).
  11. Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
  12. Install a new outer tie rod retaining nut. Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
  13. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  14. Lower the vehicle.
  15. Inspect the front wheel alignment. Refer to «Wheel Alignment Specifications»(ref-268169-S15095063182007101800000) .

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Scheme 26
Scheme 26
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle»(ref-268088-S13434065972007101800000) .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  3. Remove the stabilizer shaft link lower retaining nut.
  4. Disconnect the stabilizer shaft link and washer from the lower control arm.
  5. Remove the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting nuts. IMPORTANT: Note the direction the bolts are removed for re-installation.
  6. Remove the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting bolts.
  7. Pivot the lower control arm outward and downward for access to the lower control arm bracket. IMPORTANT: Take care not to disengage the axle shaft from the transmission.
  8. Remove the lower control arm bracket mounting bolts from the frame.
  9. Remove the lower control arm bracket from the vehicle.
  1. Install the lower control arm bracket to the vehicle. NOTE: Refer to «Fastener Notice»(ref-268087-S07010920292007101800000) .
  2. Install the lower control arm bracket mounting bolts to the frame. Tighten: Tighten the front lower control arm bracket mounting bolt to 265 N.m (195 lb ft). Tighten the rear lower control arm bracket mounting bolts to 240 N.m (177 lb ft).
  3. Install the lower control arm to the lower control arm bracket.
  4. Install the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting bolts. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the lower control arm is parallel to the lower control arm bracket during the installation and tightening of the lower control arm mounting bolts and nuts. This will ensure correct alignment of the lower control arm bushings.
  5. Install the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting nuts. Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 130 N.m (96 lb ft).
  6. Install the stabilizer shaft link and washer to the lower control arm. IMPORTANT: There is a washer between the stabilizer shaft link and the lower control arm made of hardened steel and has a felt inner liner. Only replace this washer with an identical washer, standard washers should not be used.
  7. Install the stabilizer shaft link retaining nut. Tighten: Tighten the nut to 155 N.m (114 lb ft).
  8. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Inspect the front wheel alignment. Refer to «Wheel Alignment Specifications»(ref-268169-S15095063182007101800000) .
  1. Install the splash shield to the steering knuckle. Align the splash shield to the steering knuckle threaded holes.
  2. Install the wheel hub and bearing to the steering knuckle. Align the threaded holes.
  3. Install the wheel hub and bearing to the steering knuckle mounting bolts. Tighten: Tighten the wheel hub and bearing mounting bolts to 105 N.m (77 lb ft). NOTE: Refer to «Fastener Notice»(ref-268087-S07010920292007101800000) .
  4. Install the ABS sensor to the wheel hub and bearing.
  5. Install the ABS sensor mounting bolt to the wheel hub and bearing. Tighten: Tighten the ABS sensor to the wheel hub and bearing mounting bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
  6. Install the brake rotor. Refer to «Front Brake Rotor Replacement»(ref-268126-S30370824372007101800000) .
  7. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  8. Lower the vehicle.
  9. Install the drive axle nut. Tighten: Tighten the drive axle nut to 140 N.m (103 lb ft).
  10. Install the tire and wheel center cap.

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Scheme 28
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle»(ref-268088-S13434065972007101800000) .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  3. Remove the brake rotor. Refer to «Front Brake Rotor Replacement»(ref-268126-S30370824372007101800000) .
  4. Remove the ABS sensor mounting bolt from the wheel hub and bearing.
  5. Remove the ABS sensor from the wheel hub and bearing.
  6. Remove the wheel hub and bearing to the steering knuckle mounting bolts.
  7. Remove the wheel hub and bearing from the steering knuckle.
  8. Remove the splash shield from the steering knuckle.
  1. Install the splash shield to the steering knuckle. Align the splash shield to the steering knuckle threaded holes.
  2. Install the wheel hub and bearing to the steering knuckle. Align the threaded holes.
  3. Install the wheel hub and bearing to the steering knuckle mounting bolts. Tighten: Tighten the wheel hub and bearing mounting bolts to 105 N.m (77 lb ft). NOTE: Refer to «Fastener Notice»(ref-268087-S07010920292007101800000) .
  4. Install the ABS sensor to the wheel hub and bearing.
  5. Install the ABS sensor mounting bolt to the wheel hub and bearing. Tighten: Tighten the ABS sensor to the wheel hub and bearing mounting bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
  6. Install the brake rotor. Refer to «Front Brake Rotor Replacement»(ref-268126-S30370824372007101800000) .
  7. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  8. Lower the vehicle.
  1. Install the shock module to the shock tower and lower control arm.
  2. Install the shock module yoke to the lower control arm.
  3. Lower the vehicle.
  4. Install the shock module upper retaining nuts. Tighten: Tighten the shock module upper retaining nuts to 45 N.m (33 lb ft). NOTE: Refer to «Fastener Notice»(ref-268087-S07010920292007101800000) .
  5. Raise the vehicle.
  6. Install the shock module yoke to lower control arm retaining nut. Tighten: Tighten the shock module yoke to lower control arm retaining nut to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
  7. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  8. Lower the vehicle.
  1. Install the coil spring and upper mounting plate to the J 45400 . See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  2. Turn the spring compressor forcing screw (1) until the coil spring is compressed.
  3. Install the shock absorber to the shock module.
  4. Install the shock absorber retaining nut. Tighten: Tighten the shock absorber retaining nut to 45 N.m (33 lb ft). NOTE: Refer to «Fastener Notice»(ref-268087-S07010920292007101800000) .
  5. Remove the shock module (2) from the J 45400 (1). See «Special Tools»(ref-268128-S21750961182007101800000) .
  6. Remove the pieces of heater hose from the shock module spring.
  7. Install the shock module yoke to the shock absorber.
  8. Install the shock module yoke to shock absorber pinch bolt and nut. Tighten: Tighten the shock module yoke to shock absorber pinch bolt to 70 N.m (52 lb ft).
  9. Install the shock module to the vehicle. Refer to «Shock Module Replacement»(ref-268128-S01910808972007101800000) .
  10. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  11. Lower the vehicle.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle»(ref-268088-S13434065972007101800000) .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  3. Remove the shock module yoke to lower control arm mounting nut.
  4. Install J 24319-B to the shock module yoke to lower control arm stud.
  5. Disconnect the shock module yoke from the lower control arm using J 24319-B .
  6. Remove the shock module yoke to shock absorber pinch bolt and nut.
  7. Spread the shock module yoke at the pinch bolt using a flat-bladed tool.
  8. Remove the shock module yoke from the shock absorber.
  1. Install the shock module yoke to the lower control arm stud and shock absorber. NOTE: Refer to «Fastener Notice»(ref-268087-S07010920292007101800000) .
  2. Install the shock module yoke to shock absorber pinch bolt and nut. Tighten: Tighten the shock module yoke to shock absorber pinch bolt to 70 N.m (52 lb ft).
  3. Install the shock module yoke to lower control arm mounting nut. Tighten: Tighten the shock module yoke to lower control arm mounting nut to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
  4. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to «Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation»(ref-268106-S04195407242007101800000) .
  5. Lower the vehicle.

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