Special Tools

J 24319-B Steering Linkage Puller

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the nut from the adjustment link.



3. Use the J 24319-B to separate the adjustment link from the control arm.
4. Remove the exhaust. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement.
5. Remove the rear suspension support. Refer to Rear Support Replacement.



6. Remove the cam lock nut and the bolt.
7. Remove the adjustment link from the support assembly.

1. Install the adjustment link to the support assembly.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

2. Install the cam lock nut, washer and bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the cam lock nut to 91 N·m (67 lb ft).




3. Install the adjustment link to the control arm.
4. Install the adjustment link nut.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 30 N·m (22 lb ft) then tighten an additional 180 degrees.

5. Install the rear suspension support. Refer to Rear Support Replacement.
6. Install the exhaust. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Check the rear toe adjustment. Refer to Rear Toe Adjustment.