Exposing the control arm

Fig 1: Identifying Ball Joint Nut Installation

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Remove the nut holding the control arm. Use a Torx spanner as a counterhold.

Fig 2: Identifying Drive Shaft Installation

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• Pull down the control arm (1) using the tension strap (2)
• Release the spring strut from the control arm.