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1.
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- Do not remove the nut from ball joint. Loosen it and use the
special tool to avoid possible damage to the ball joint threads.
- Hang the special tool with cord to prevent it from falling.
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Install special tool ball joint remover (MB991897 or MB992011) as shown in the figure.
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2.Turn the bolt and knob as necessary to make the jaws of special tool parallel, tighten
the bolt by hand and confirm that the jaws are still parallel.
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When adjusting the jaws in parallel, make sure the knob is in the position shown in the
figure.
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3.Tighten the bolt with a wrench to disconnect the tie rod end.
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4.Move the ball joint stud several times and install the nut on the stud. Using special
tool preload socket (MB990326), measure the ball joint starting torque.
Standard value: 1.47 - 2.94 N·m
5.If the starting torque exceeds the standard value, replace the tie rod end.
6.If the starting torque is under the standard value, check the ball joint for axial
play or ratcheting. If no axial play or ratcheting, the ball joint can be re-used.
7.
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Always use a new ball joint nut as it is a self-locking
nut.
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Install the tie rod end to the knuckle, then tighten a nut to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 40 ± 4 N·m
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