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<< A >> Toe Control Arm Assembly And Knuckle Disconnection

CAUTION:
  • Do not remove the nut from ball joint. Loosen it and use special tool MB991897 to avoid possible damage to ball joint threads.
  • Hang special tool MB991897 with a cord to prevent it from falling.
  1. Install special tool MB991897 as shown in the figure.
    Fig 1: Installing Special Ball Joint Tool
    G04231201Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  2. Turn the bolt and knob as necessary to make the jaws of the special tool MB991897 parallel, tighten the bolt by hand and confirm that the jaws are still parallel.
    NOTE: When adjusting the jaws in parallel, make sure the knob is in the position shown in the figure.
  3. Tighten the bolt with a wrench to disconnect the toe control arm assembly and the knuckle.
    Fig 2: Checking Special Tool (Ball Joint Remover) Jaws For Parallel
    G04275752Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.