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Removal Procedure

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NOTE: Do not attempt to free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or wedge type tool, because seal or bushing damage could result. Use the proper tool to separate all ball joints.
Fig 1: Removing Relay Rod From Idler Arm Ball Stud
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  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.
  2. Remove the engine protection shield, if equipped.
  3. Remove the idler arm ball stud nut (10). Do not reuse the idler arm ball stud nut.
  4. Remove the idler arm from the relay rod using the J24319-B 
    Fig 2: Removing Idler Arm From Relay Rod Using J 24319-B
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  5. Remove the idler arm frame bolts (3) and the nuts (1).
  6. Remove the idler arm (2) from the vehicle.
    Fig 3: Removing Idler Arm Frame, Bolts & Nuts
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