<< A >> Jam Nut (Tie-Rod End And Knuckle Connection) Removal

CAUTION:

Loosen the jam nut (tie-rod end connection) 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.

Install special tool MB991897 or MB992011 as shown in illustration.

Fig 1: Checking Tie Rod End Ball Joint Rotation Torque Using Special Tool MB991897/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 illustration.
Unscrew the bolt to disconnect the ball joint.

Fig 2: Adjusting Special Tool Jaws
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.