Guide Link: Removing

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-- Remove the wheel.

-- Remove noise insulation. Refer to NOISE INSULATION, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the diagonal brace, if equipped. Refer to DIAGONAL BRACE, CABRIOLET .

-- Remove the bolts -arrows- and move the subframe shield -1- to the side, where applicable.

Fig 1: Identifying Subframe Shield

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-- Remove the nut from the guide link joint pins enough so it is flush with the joint pin threads. Counterhold the joint pins if necessary.

To protect thread, screw nut on pin a few turns.

Fig 2: Identifying Bolt -1-

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-- Press linkage stub of guide control arm off conical seating using :T40010 A .

NOTE:

Be careful not to damage CV boot in the process!

Make sure that both puller lever arms are parallel to each other when using greatest force.

-- Remove the bolt -1-.

Fig 3: Guide Link & Fasteners

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-- Remove guide link.