Lower Link: Removal and Installation: Removal

Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
Remove lower shock absorber bolt.
Remove stabilizer bar connecting rod lower nut using power tool, then separate connecting rod from lower link. Refer to [STABILIZER BAR: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ].
On 4WD models, remove the drive shaft. Refer to [DRIVE SHAFT: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ]
Remove pinch bolt from steering knuckle using power tool, then separate lower link ball joint from steering knuckle.

Fig 1: Locating Pinch Bolt
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Remove lower link adjusting bolts and nuts, then the lower link.

Fig 2: Identifying Lower Link Adjusting Bolts And Nuts
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NOTE: Some vehicles may be equipped with straight (non-adjustable) lower link bolts and washers. In order to adjust camber and caster on these vehicles, first replace the lower link bolts and washers with adjustable (cam) bolts and washers.
Remove the jounce bumper from the lower link.