Removal Procedure
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the steering linkage shield. Refer to Steering Linkage Shield Replacement .
- Remove the differential carrier shield mounting bolts.
- Remove the differential carrier shield.
- Remove the cotter pin from the steering shock absorber ball stud nut.
- Remove the steering shock absorber ball stud nut.
- Remove the steering shock absorber from the relay rod using J 24319-B .
- Remove the steering shock absorber mounting bolt at the front crossmember bracket nut.
- Remove the steering shock absorber mounting bolt from the front crossmember bracket.
- Remove the steering shock absorber.
- Inspect the ball stud threads for damage.
- Inspect the ball stud seals for excessive wear.
- Clean the threads in the ball stud and the ball stud nut.
IMPORTANT:
Use the proper tool in order to separate all ball joints.