Vanden Plas (X308) V8-4.0L SC (AJ27) (2001)
Front Steering Knuckle: Service and Repair
Vertical Link and Hub Assembly
Vertical Link and Hub Assembly 60.25.38.90
Special Service tools
Road spring compressor 204-111 (JD115)
Taper separator 211-098 (JD 100)
Front suspension ball joint splitter 204-192 (JD 219)
Ball joint splitter 204-293
Removal
1. Raise front of vehicle and support on stands.
2. Remove appropriate road wheel.
3. Remove brake disc.
4. Using wire or string, secure brake caliper to road spring to take weight off brake hose.
5. Raise vehicle sufficient to provide access for special tool 204-111.
6. Install special tool 204-111 in road spring.
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Slacken tool adjuster to suit spring length.
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Fit adaptor and thrust collar.
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Position stem of tool in center of spring passing dowel through slot in suspension turret.
7. WARNING:
WHEN TURNING TOOL ADJUSTER, ENSURE THAT TOOL STEM DOES NOT ROTATE AND DISTURB POSITION OF DOWEL IN