04 wheel stud problem diy

front studs are chewed up trying to change and cannot get an access
hole or slit to push them through to the other side. do i need to take
the whole knuckle off? or is there an easier mor efficient way? thanks
in advance for any and all help

 

Take the brake caliper loose, and the wheel bearing nut. Remove the hub
from the spindle.

Clay

 

Removing the hub is likely to create a problem on this car. Remove th
rotor and caliper, and there should be enough room to knock the stud ou
the back. If not, you may need to cut it off.

When installing the new stud, if additional clearance is needed, grind
flat spot on one side of the back of the stud