Dodge Caliber. Manual — part 9
SUSPENSION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FRONT SUSPENSION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FRONT SUSPENSION
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
WARNING
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
FRONT SUSPENSION FASTENER TORQUE . . . 3
FRONT SUSPENSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
HUB / BEARING
WHEEL BEARING AND HUB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
KNUCKLE
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
KNUCKLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
SEAL-LOWER BALL JOINT
ARM-LOWER CONTROL
LOWER CONTROL ARM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
BAR-STABILIZER
STRUT ASSEMBLY
STRUT ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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SUSPENSION
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FRONT SUSPENSION
DESCRIPTION
This vehicle has a gas pressurized MacPherson strut type front suspension design.
Each side of the front suspension consists of these major components:
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Hub (pressed into Bearing)
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Bearing (pressed into Knuckle)
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Knuckle
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Lower Control Arm
•
Stabilizer Bar
•
Strut Assembly
The front suspension also includes a crossmember to support the lower half of the suspension. Service procedures
for the front suspension crossmember can be found in the Frame & Bumpers Group.
WARNING
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
WARNING: Dust and dirt accumulating on brake parts during normal use may contain asbestos fibers from
production or aftermarket linings. Breathing excessive concentrations of asbestos fibers can cause serious
bodily harm. Exercise care when servicing brake parts. Do not sand, or grind brake lining unless equipment
used is designed to contain the dust residue. Do not clean brake parts with compressed air or by dry
brushing. Cleaning should be done by dampening the brake components with a fine mist of water, then
wiping the brake components clean with a dampened cloth. Dispose of cloth and all residue containing
asbestos fibers in an impermeable container with the appropriate label. Follow practices prescribed by the
Occupational Safety And Health Administration (OSHA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for
the handling, processing, and disposition of dust or debris that may contain asbestos fibers.
WARNING: Do not remove the strut shaft nut while strut assembly is installed in vehicle, or before the coil
spring is compressed with a compression tool. The spring is held under high pressure.
CAUTION: Only frame contact hoisting equipment can be used on this vehicle. It cannot be hoisted using
equipment designed to lift a vehicle by the rear axle. If this type of hoisting equipment is used, damage to
rear suspension components will occur.
CAUTION: At no time when servicing a vehicle can a sheet metal screw, bolt, or other metal fastener be
installed in the shock tower to take the place of an original plastic clip. It may come into contact with the
strut or coil spring.
CAUTION: Wheel bearing damage will result if after loosening the hub nut, the vehicle is rolled on the
ground or the weight of the vehicle is allowed to be supported by the tires for a length of time.
STANDARD PROCEDURE
LUBRICATION
There are no serviceable lubrication points on the front suspension. The ball joints and tie rod ends are sealed for
life and require no maintenance.
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SPECIFICATIONS
FRONT SUSPENSION FASTENER TORQUE
DESCRIPTION
N·m
Ft. Lbs.
In. Lbs.
Hub Nut
245
181
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Lower Ball Joint Stud Pinch Bolt
82
60
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Lower Control Arm Front Pivot Bolt
183
135
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Lower Control Arm Rear Pivot Bolt
183
135
—
Stabilizer Bar Cushion Retainer Bolts
30
22
—
Stabilizer Bar Link Nuts
58
43
—
Strut Clevis-to-Knuckle Nuts
84
62
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Strut Rod Nut
60
44
—
Strut-to-Tower Nuts
48
35
230
Tie Rod Adjuster Jam Nut
75
55
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Tie Rod End-to-Knuckle Nut
102
75
—
Wheel Mounting (Lug) Nuts
135
100
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SPECIAL TOOLS
FRONT SUSPENSION
Splitter, Bearing/Gear 1130
Remover/Installer 6289-4
Remover/Installer 6289-6
Remover 6310
Receiver 8498
Remover, Ball Joint 9360
Wrench, Strut Nut 9362
Fixture, Knuckle Support 9712
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