Talon FWD L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC Turbo VIN F SMFI (1998)
3. Use special tool to remove tie rod end, knuckle/lateral lower arm and knuckle/compression lower arm ball joints.
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. Using the special tool, push out the drive shaft.
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.
5. Insert a pry bar between the transaxle case and the drive shaft, and then pry the drive shaft from the transaxle.
CAUTION:
1. Always use a pry bar to remove the drive shaft, or the T.J. will be damaged.
2. Do not insert the pry bar so deep as to damage the oil seal.
