Tie-Rod End Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Suzuki XL-7 and 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Hoist vehicle and remove wheel.
Remove tie-rod end nut (3).

Fig 1: Removing Tie-Rod End Nut
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Disconnect tie-rod end (1) by using puller (2).

Fig 2: Disconnecting Tie-Rod End
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To facilitate adjustment after installation, put a mark (2) on tie-rod thread indicating position of tie-rod end lock nut (3). Then loosen lock nut (3) and remove tie-rod end (4) from tie-rod (1).

Fig 3: Loosening Lock Nut & Removing Tie-Rod End

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