Special Tools

J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
3. Remove the shock absorber yoke retaining nut.
4. Remove the shock absorber yoke retaining bolt by pulling up slightly on the lower control arm to remove the pressure on the bolt.



5. Remove the yoke to lower control arm retaining nut.



6. Using the J 24319-B . Separate the yoke from the lower control arm.



7. Remove the yoke from the vehicle.

1. Install the yoke to the vehicle.

Important: Do not tighten the nut at this time.

2. Install the yoke to lower control arm retaining nut.



3. Install the yoke to the shock.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

4. Install the yoke to shock retaining bolt and nut.

Tighten

•	Tighten the nut to 86 N·m (63 lb ft)

•	Tighten the yoke to lower control arm nut to 180 N·m (133 lb ft)

5. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
6. Lower the vehicle.