Vanden Plas (X308) V8-4.0L (AJ27) (2000)
14. Remove nut securing tie rod outer ball joint to steering arm.
15. Release tie rod ball joint from vertical link.
Install special tool 211-098 on tie rod ball joint.
Tighten tool bolt to release taper pin from vertical link.
16. Remove nut securing upper wishbone ball joint to vertical link.
17. CAUTION: Do not use special tool 211-098 in the following procedure as this will damage the ball joint gaiter.