For 1990-2009 cars

Callout | Component Name
--- | ---
Notice: The ball stud must not rotate during disassembly or reassembly. Hand tools must be used to keep the ball stud from rotating. If air tools are used and the stud is allowed to rotate, damage to the ball stud and/or stud mounting hole may occur.

#### Preliminary Procedure

Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

1 | Adjustment Link Retaining Nut Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section. Tip

• | If the adjustment link is being reused, DO NOT loosen the adjustment jamb nut.

• | Using the J-42188-B Ball Joint Separator, separate the adjustment link ball stud from the knuckle.

Tighten
30 N·m (22 lb ft) plus 150 degrees

2 | Adjustment Link to Frame Nut Tighten 100 N·m (74 lb ft)
3 | Adjustment Link Tip If the adjustment link is being reused, but the adjustment jamb nut was disturbed, or if a new adjustment link is being installed, adjust the rear toe. Refer to Rear Toe Adjustment .