Maxima SE V6-3.5L (VQ35) (2002)
10.
Loosen, but do not remove at this time, the lower ball joint nut using the "Torque Adapter" tool J-46207 and a suitable length breaker bar (see
Figure 3).
WARNING:
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Make sure the Torque Adapter is positioned squarely (not angled) on the nut when loosening it (see "OK" and "NG" in Figure 3)
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DO NOT use a "crowfoot" type tool to loosen the ball joint nut
11.
Remove the nut that secures the stabilizer link to the lower control arm (see Figure 4).
CAUTIONS:
When doing the above step:
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Use a back-up wrench to hold the stabilizer link ball stud during nut removal
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Do not use an air-operated tool