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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 143 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT (2500)REMOVAL PROCEDURE

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 C

Removal Procedure

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Removal Procedure

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Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Remove the wheel drive shaft, if equipped. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (2500) or Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (1500) .
Remove the wheel bearing and hub assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (2500) or Front Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (1500) .
Remove the outer tie rod end from the knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .

Fig 1: Supporting Lower Control Arm

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Support the lower control arm.
Separate the upper ball joint from the knuckle. Refer to Upper Control Arm Replacement (2500) or Upper Control Arm Replacement (1500) .
Separate the lower ball joint from the knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (1500) or Lower Control Arm Replacement (2500) .

Fig 2: Identifying Steering Knuckle

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Remove the knuckle from the vehicle.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.