Special Tools

J-24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
3. Remove the front wheel drive shaft bearing. Refer to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement .
4. Remove the front lower control arm ball stud. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
5. Remove the outer tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Use the J-24319-B puller .



6. Scribe the strut to the knuckle.



7. Remove the bolts connecting the strut to the knuckle.
8. Remove the knuckle from the vehicle.

1. Install the knuckle to the vehicle.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.




2. Install the bolts which connect the strut to the knuckle and tighten to 112 N·m (83 lb ft) .
3. Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
4. Connect the front lower control arm ball stud to knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
5. Install the front wheel drive shaft bearing. Refer to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement .
6. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
7. Lower the vehicle.