Pacifica V6-3.8L VIN L (2005)
13. Remove two bolts attaching strut clevis to steering knuckle (Fig. 9) (Fig. 10).
14. Tip knuckle outward at top and remove halfshaft stub shaft from hub and bearing. Suspend driveshaft straight outward using a bungee cord or
wire. Do not allow driveshaft to hang by inner joint.
15. Remove ball joint nut using a power impact wrench. Because tapered stud is held sufficiently in knuckle at this time, it is not necessary to hold
stud stationary to remove nut.
16. Reinstall ball joint nut until top of nut is even with top of ball joint stud. This action will keep stud from distorting while stud is released from
knuckle in following step.
CAUTION: Do not remove ball joint stud from steering knuckle using a hammer. Damage to Aluminum knuckle, ball joint or control arm will
result.
NOTE: Lubricate Remover, Special Tool C-4150A, screw-drive threads before use to ease use and promote tool longevity.