Talon AWD L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC Turbo VIN F SMFI (1997)
4. Use special tool to separate upper ball joint from steering knuckle.
CAUTION:
1. Using the special tool, 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.
5. Using the special tool, push out the drive shaft.
6. Shift the Knuckle to the outside in order to maintain the clearance between the front hub assembly mounting bolts and the drive shaft.
CAUTION:
1. Do not damage the ball joint boot.
2. For vehicles with ABS, be careful not to damage the rotor.
INSPECTION
Wheel Bearing Breakaway Torque Check
1. Install the special tool to the front hub assembly and tighten the nut to the specified torque 196 - 255 Nm (145 - 188 ft. lbs.).
2. Use the special tool to measure the hub rotation breakaway torque.
3. The hub rotation breakaway torque should be within 1.0 Nm (9 inch lbs.) or less, and there should be no engagement or feeling of roughness.
