Talon AWD L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC Turbo VIN F SMFI (1997)
CAUTION: Do not apply the vehicle weight to the wheel bearing while loosening the drive shaft nut. If, however, the vehicle weight must be
applied to the bearing (because of moving the vehicle), temporarily secure the wheel bearing by using the special tool, MB990998, or equivalent
etc.
3. Use special tool to remove lower ball joints and tie rod end ball joint.
CAUTION:
1. Use the special tool to loosen the tie rod end mounting nut. Only loosen the nut; do not remove it from the ball joint.
2. Support the special tool with a cord, etc. to prevent it from coming off.
4. If the inner shaft and transaxle are tightly joined, tap the center bearing bracket lightly with a plastic hammer, etc. to remove the drive shaft and
inner shaft (L.H.) from the transaxle.
5. Insert a pry bar to the projecting part of the drive shaft to remove the drive shaft (R.H.) from the transaxle.
CAUTION: Always use a pry bar to remove the drive shaft, or the T.J. will be damaged.
