Vanden Plas (X308) V8-4.0L (AJ27) (2000)
18. To prevent damage to lower ball joint, secure vertical link to road spring using strong wire.
19. CAUTION: Do not use special tool 211-098 in the following procedure as this will damage the ball joint gaiter.
Release lower wishbone ball joint from vertical link/hub assembly.
Install special tool 204-192 on ball joint.
Tighten tool bolt to release ball joint taper pin from vertical link.
20. Remove special tool 204-192 from ball joint.
21. Clean all suspension to vertical link/hub assembly mating surfaces.
Installation