Removal Procedure
NOTE:
Do not attempt to free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or wedge type tool, because seal or bushing damage could result. Use the proper tool to separate all ball joints.
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
- Remove the engine protection shield. Refer to ENGINE PROTECTION SHIELD REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the idler arm ball stud nut.
Do not reuse the idler arm ball stud nut.
- Remove the idler arm from the relay rod using the J 24319-B . See Special Tools .
- Remove the idler arm frame bolts and the nuts.
- Remove the idler arm from the vehicle.