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Upper Link: Removal and Installation: Removal

  1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
  2. Support the lower link using a suitable jack.
  3. For the LH side only, remove the bolt from the lower joint of the lower joint shaft, then reposition the lower joint shaft out of the way.
    Fig 1: Identifying Lower Joint
    G06444688Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not damage the lower joint.
  4. Remove cotter pin and nut from upper link ball joint.
  5. Separate upper link ball joint stud from steering knuckle using Tool.
    Fig 2: Separating Upper Link Ball Joint Stud From Steering Knuckle
    G06444689Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.

    Tool number: ST29020001 (J-24319-01) 

  6. Remove upper link mounting bolts and nuts.
    Fig 3: Locating Upper Link Mounting Bolts And Nuts
    G06444690Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
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