2007 Honda Fit Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Knuckle/Hub Replacement

  1. Raise the front of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations (see SAFETY STANDS ).
  2. Remove the wheel nuts (A) and front wheel.
    Fig 1: Wheel Nuts And Front Wheel With Torque Specification
    G05455884Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Remove the brake hose mounting bolt (A).
    Fig 2: Brake Hose Mounting Bolt With Torque Specifications
    G05455885Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Remove the brake caliper bracket mounting bolts (B), and remove the caliper assembly (C) from the knuckle. To prevent damage to the caliper assembly or brake hose, use a short piece of wire to hang the caliper assembly from the undercarriage. Do not twist the brake hose excessively.
  5. Raise the stake (A), then remove the spindle nut (B).
    Fig 3: Spindle Nut And Stake With Torque Specification
    G05455886Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Remove the brake disc (see FRONT BRAKE DISC REPLACEMENT ).
  7. Remove the wheel sensor (A) from the knuckle (B). Do not disconnect the wheel sensor connector.
    Fig 4: Wheel Sensor And Knuckle With Torque Specification
    G05455887Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Remove the cotter pin (A) from the tie-rod end ball joint, then remove the nut (B).
    NOTE: During installation, install the new cotter pin after tightening the nut, and bend its end as shown.
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  • • 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.

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