Front Axle Hub/Knuckle: Installation

Install steering knuckle and wheel hub.
Connect ball joint of lower control arm to steering knuckle and tighten bolt and nut.
Tightening torque: 32-40 lb.ft (43-54 N.m, 4.4-5.5 kg.m)
Install brake rotor to wheel hub and tighten two brake rotor screws.
Tightening torque: 7-11 lb.ft (10-15 N.m, 1.0-1.5 kg.m)
Install brake caliper assembly to steering knuckle and tighten two bolts.
Tightening torque: 33-50 lb.ft (45-68 N.m, 4.6-6.9 kg.m)

NOTE: Do not damage dust boot.
Install tie rod end to steering knuckle.
Install nut and secure it with a new cotter pin.
Tightening torque: 22-32 lb.ft (29-44 N.m, 3.0-4.5 kg.m)

Fig 1: Installing Tie Rod End
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Install a new locknut and stake it, as shown.
Tightening torque: 154-205 lb.ft (210-279 N.m, 21.4-28.5 kg.m)

Fig 2: Installing A New Axle Locknut
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Install wheel and tire.
Tighten four wheel nuts.
Tightening torque: 65-87 lb.ft (88-118 N.m, 9.0-12.0 kg.m)
Install stabilizer nut loosely and lower vehicle, then tighten nut to specified torque.
Tightening torque: 32-45 lb.ft (43-61 N.m, 4.4-6.2 kg.m)
After assembly, check front wheel alignment.