Tie Rod End, Removing And Installing: Removing

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-- Remove the front wheel. Refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .

-- Measure the dimension -a- between the tie rod head -1- and the left and right tie rod -2- and make a note of the value. Dimension -a- must be the same on the left and right sides after installing.

-- If necessary, shorten the "longer" tie rod head (installed it deeper into the tie rod).

-- Remove the nut -1- from the tie rod end joint pin -2- until it is flush with the joint pin threads. Counterhold when loosening.

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NOTE:

To protect thread, screw nut on pin a few turns.

-- Remove the tie rod end from the wheel bearing housing using the Puller - Ball Joint :T40010A . Remove the nut.

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NOTE:

Make sure that both puller lever arms are parallel to each other when using greatest force, adjust if necessary.

-- Loosen the nut -2-. Counterhold the tie rod end -3-.

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-- Remove the tie rod end -3-.