Removal Procedure

Raise the vehicle.
Remove the nut from the drag link (9) ball stud.
Loosen the adjuster sleeve retaining nuts.

Fig 1: Drag Link Ball Stud Nut
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Remove the drag link from the tie rod using the J 24319-B (1).
Remove drag link from adjuster sleeve.
Inspect the threads on the adjuster sleeve for damage.

Fig 2: Removing Drag Link From Tie Rod Using J 24319-B
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