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For 1990-2009 cars only

Special Tools

J 22610 Keystone Clamp Pliers

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1290116  Size: SH

    Danger: To avoid any vehicle damage, serious personal injury or death when major components are removed from the vehicle and the vehicle is supported by a hoist, support the vehicle with jack stands at the opposite end from which the components are being removed and strap the vehicle to the hoist.

  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  2. Remove the wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
  3. Remove the outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
  4. Remove the dust boot retaining clamps.
  5. Remove the dust boot.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1290118  Size: SH
  1. Install the dust boot.
  2. Install the tie rod end dust boot retaining clamp.
  3. Install the cylinder end dust boot retaining clamp with J 22610 .

  4. Install the outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
  5. Install the wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
  6. Lower the vehicle.