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2.Inspect the ball joint for looseness in the axial direction while shaking the tie-rod end vertically. If there is looseness, replace the tie-rod end assembly.(Refer to  .)
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- To prevent the ball joint thread damage, only loosen the nut from the ball joint (do not remove it), then disconnect the steering knuckle from the tie-rod using the special tool.
- To prevent the special tool from dropping off, suspend it with a rope.
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Install the ball joint remover (special tool: MB9921897 or MB992011) as shown in the figure.
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2.Turn the bolt and knob to make the special tool insert horizontal, then hand-tighten the bolt. After tightening, verify that the insert is still horizontal.
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To adjust the special tool jaws to be parallel, set the knob as shown in the figure so that it functions as a fulcrum of the jaws.
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3.Turn the bolt and disconnect the tie-rod end from the steering knuckle.
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4.Move the ball joint stud back and forth for several times, then attach the nut to the stud, and use the preload socket (special tool: MB990326) to measure the ball joint rotation starting torque.
Standard value: 2.9 N·m or less
5.If the measurement value exceeds the standard value, replace the tie rod assembly.(Refer to .)
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