Land Rover Discovery: Front Suspension Wheel Knuckle (G1778608) - Removal
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
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PART(S)
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Removal
CAUTIONS:
- Nuts and bolts must be tightened with the weight of the vehicle on the suspension.
- Do not allow halfshafts to hang unsupported at one end or joint damage will occur.
- Make sure the halfshaft constant velocity (CV) joints do not over articulate. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the CV joints.
NOTE:
If a new knuckle is installed, a new wheel bearing must be installed.
All vehicles
WARNING:
Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
CAUTIONS:
- Discard the nut.
- Make sure that the ball joint ball does not rotate.
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NOTES:
- Apply the brake pedal during the removal and installation of the half shaft retaining nut.
- Retain the nut for use in the installation procedure.
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CAUTIONS:
- Make sure that the brake hose does not support the full weight of the brake caliper assembly.
- Discard the bolts.
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Tie aside with a suitable tie strap.
CAUTION:
Discard the bolt and nut.
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CAUTION:
Make sure that the ball joint seal is not damaged.
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CAUTIONS:
- Make sure that the driveshaft is supported with suitable retaining straps.
- Do not use a hammer to detach the halfshaft from the hub assembly, failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the halfshaft.
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Special Tool(s): 205-857
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CAUTIONS:
- Make sure that the ball joint ball does not rotate.
- Discard the nut.
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CAUTION:
Make sure that the ball joint seal is not damaged.
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Special Tool(s): 205-754A
Vehicles without dynamic suspension
CAUTION:
Discard the bolt and nut.
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Special Tool(s): JLR-204-804
Vehicles with dynamic suspension
CAUTION:
Discard the bolt and nut.
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CAUTION:
Care must be taken not to damage the surrounding components when inserting the special tool.
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Special Tool(s): JLR-204-804
CAUTION:
Make sure the wiring harness and electrical connectors are not damaged during this operation.
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All vehicles
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NOTE:
Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only.
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Front Suspension Wheel
Knuckle (G1778608) - Installation
Installation
All vehicles
NOTE:
This step is only required if previously removed.
Vehicles with dynamic suspension
Remove the special tool.
CAUTION:
Install a new retaining bolt and nut.
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Front Suspension / Description and Operation
COMPONENT LOCATION
Right spring and shock absorber assembly
Stabilizer bar link (2 off)
Stabilizer bar
Left spring and shock absorber assembly
Wheel knuckle
Hub and bearing assembly
Lower con
Spring and Shock Absorber
NOTE:
Adaptive dynamics shock absorber shown, standard shock absorber
similar.
Locknut
Bolts - Top mount
Top mount plate
Top mount bearing
Spring isolator
Spring
Spring Isolator
Shock absor
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Supplemental Restraint System
Occupant Classification
Sensor (G1791885)
/ Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
WARNINGS:
To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury,
the
backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or
replacing any air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS)
components. To deplete the backup power supply energy,
disconnect the battery ground cable and
Front end Sheet Metal
Repairs Fender
Apron Panel
Front Reinforcement(G1775679) - Removal
Removal
NOTE:
The fender apron panel front reinforcement is installed in conjunction
with:
Front bumper cover
Front bumper
Hood latch panel
Fender
Fender splash shield
Front bumper mounting
Front side member
Front subframe
Engine
Transmission
Coolant expansion tank
Condenser
The fe
