Shock Absorber Fork, Removing And Installing: Removing

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Fig 1: Securing Wheel Bearing Housings

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-- Remove the plenum chamber cover, refer to PLENUM CHAMBER COVER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the wheel, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .

-- Secure the wheel bearing housing using a Tensioning Strap T10038 -1-, as illustrated.

NOTE:

To prevent the joints on the upper control arm from being damaged, support the wheel bearing housing.

-- Disconnect the bolting -1 and 3-.

Fig 2: Identifying Coupling Rod And Bolts

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-- Remove the coupling rod -2-.

-- Remove the nut -1- from the tie rod end joint pin -2- until it is flush with the joint pin threads. Counterhold when loosening.

Fig 3: Tie Rod End And Joint Pin

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NOTE:

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

-- Remove the tie rod end from the wheel bearing housing using the Puller - Ball Joint T40010A. Remove the nut.

Fig 4: Removing Tie Rod Ball Joint

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-- Disconnect the bolting -2 and 3-.

Fig 5: Identifying Control Arm And Fasteners

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-- Disconnect the bolting -1- and guide the control arm out and tilt it forward.

NOTE:

To remove the bolt -1-, turn the steering gear all the way to the left or right depending on the side of the vehicle.

-- Disconnect the threaded connection -1-.

Fig 6: Identifying Bolt

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-- Insert the Spreader Tool 3424 into the slot in the shock absorber fork.

Fig 7: Identifying Spreader Tool 3424 And T-Pin

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-- Turn the ratchet 90° and remove it from the Spreader Tool 3424 -1-.

-- Pull the shock absorber fork downward from the shock absorber tube and remove it.