<< D >> Self-Locking Nut (Tie-Rod End Connection) Removal

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CAUTION:

Do not remove the nut from ball joint. Loosen it and use the special tool to avoid possible damage to ball joint threads.
Hang the special tool with cord to prevent it from falling.

Install special too ball joint remover (MB991897 or MB992011) as shown in the figure.

Fig 1: Installing Special Tool Ball Joint Remover (MB991897 Or MB992011)
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
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.
Unscrew the bolt to disconnect the ball joint.

Fig 2: Checking Jaws Parallel
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.