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<< A >> Self-Locking Nut Removal

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CAUTION:
  • Loosen the self-locking nut from the ball joint, but do not remove here. Use the special tool.
  • To prevent the special tool from dropping off, suspend it with a cord.
  1. Install special tool MB991897 or MB992011 as shown in the figure.
    Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool (MB991897 And MB992011)
    G05376105Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  2. Turn the bolt and knob to make the special tool jaws parallel, then hand-tighten the bolt. After tightening, check that the jaws are still parallel.
    NOTE: To adjust the special tool jaws to be parallel, set the orientation of the knob as shown in the figure.
    Fig 2: Adjusting Special Tool Jaws To Parallel
    G05376485Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  3. Tighten the bolt with a wrench to disconnect the ball joint connection.
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