Disassembly And Assembly: Disassembly

Remove inner socket lock nut (A) and outer socket (1).

Fig 1: Holding Outer Socket Across Flats
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CAUTION:
To prevent damage, hold outer socket (1) across flats using suitable tool while loosening inner socket lock nut (A).
Remove boot clamps and boot.
Remove inner socket.

Fig 2: Holding Rack Bar Flats While Turning Suitable Tool Across Inner Socket Flats
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CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the rack bar when removing the inner socket, hold suitable tool (A) across rack bar flats (C) while turning suitable tool (B) across inner socket flats (D).
Remove spacer.
Remove bracket bolt and bracket.