Maintenance, Service, and Repair
FRONT AXLE DISASSEMBLY
Disassembling and reassembling involves removing and replacing the left and right steering knuckles
and king pin bushings. Refer to the following sections for information regarding these procedures:
Replace the Steering Knuckle
Replace the King Pins and Bushings
NOTE: The front axle does not have to be removed unless the axle beam
Steer Knuckle (R)
Seal
Inner Bearing
Hub
Race
Cotter Pin
must be replaced. Refer to
Installation
for information regarding removing the front axle.
Bushing
King Pin
Flat Washer
Castle Nut
Bearing Cap
Front Axle
Front Axle Removal and
Steer Knuckle (L)
Bushing
Thrust Bearing
King Pin Nut
Race
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Bottom
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Axle Beam
Thrust Bearing Detail
Large Cup
Steel Washer
Bronze washer
Steel Washer
Small Cup