PT Cruiser L4-2.4L Turbo (2009)
9. Remove the outer tie rod (1) and heat shield (4) from the knuckle (3).
10. Remove the nut (2) and pinch bolt (4) clamping the ball joint stud (3) to the knuckle (1).
CAUTION: The strut assembly-to-knuckle attaching bolts (2) are serrated and must not be turned during removal. Proper removal is
required. Refer to the following steps for the correct method.
11. While holding the bolt heads stationary, remove the two nuts (5) from the bolts (2) attaching the strut (1) to the knuckle (4).
12. Remove the two bolts (2) attaching the strut (1) to the knuckle (4) using a pin punch.