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Disassembly & Reassembly (4WD Models)

  1. Remove cotter pins from ball studs. Remove castle nuts. Using Steering Linkage Puller (J-24319-01), remove ball studs from steering arm and pitman arm boss.
  2. To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure threads on studs and nuts are clean and smooth. Check ball stud seals. Replace seals (if necessary).
  3. Install connecting rod on steering components. Tighten nuts. Install new cotter pins. Ensure connecting rod clamps are properly aligned. See Figure.
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