For 1990-2009 cars

#### Tools Required

• | J 37420 Steering Knuckle Service Set

• | J 39758 King Pin Pivot Holding Tool

• | J 35999 Spring Scale

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the steering knuckle (20) and remove the king pin (12). Refer to Steering Knuckle and King Pin Replacement .
2. Clamp the knuckle in a vise.
3. Remove the king pin bushing from the steering knuckle (1). Use components of J 37420 as shown in the illustration.
4. In order to remove the king pin bearing cup, assemble components ofJ 37420 .

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

5. Install the following:

• | J 37420-08 or J 37420-09

• | J 37420-05

• | J 37420-04, not shown in the illustration.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).

6. Remove the king pin bearing cup using J 37420-11 and the J 37420-01 screw. You will not use the nut in this task.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the king pin bushing (1) onto the steering knuckle (2). Use components of J 37420 as shown in the illustration.
2. Install the king pin bearing cup onto the steering knuckle (1). Use components of J 37420 as shown in the illustration.
3. Install the knuckle (20) and the king pin (12).
4. Measure the king pin bearing preload, using J 35999 . Refer to King Pin Bearing Preload .