CL L4-2156cc 2.2L SOHC F22B1 MFI (1997)
Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot.
8. Clean any dirt or grease off the ball joint.
9. Remove the cotter pin from the tie-rod end ball joint castle nut, and remove the nut.
10. Apply grease to the special tool on the areas shown. This will ease installation of the tool and prevent damage to the pressure bolt threads.
11. Install a 10 mm hex nut on the ball joint. Be sure that the hex nut is flush with the ball joint pin end to prevent damage to the threaded end of the
ball joint.
12. Use the special tool, as shown. Insert the jaws carefully, making sure you do not damage the ball joint Scat
13. Adjust the jaw spacing by turning the pressure bolt.
NOTE: If necessary, apply penetrating type lubricant to loosen the ball joint.
14. Once the tool is in place, turn the adjusting bolt as necessary to make the jaws parallel. Then hand-tighten the pressure bolt, and recheck the jaws
to make sure they are still parallel.
NOTE: After making the adjustment to the adjusting bolt, be sure the head of the adjusting bolt is in this position to the allow the jaw to pivot.
15. With a wrench, tighten the pressure bolt until the ball joint shah pops loose from the steering arm. Wear eye protection. The ball joint can break
loose suddenly and scatter dirt or other debris in your eyes.
16. Remove the tool, then remove the nut from the end of the ball joint and pull the ball joint out of the steering/suspension arm. Inspect the ball joint
boot and replace it if damaged.
