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Relay Rod: Removal

  1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove inner tie rod end nuts. See Figure . Using Universal Steering Linkage Puller (J-24319-01), remove inner tie rod ball studs from relay rod.
  2. Remove nut securing pitman arm to relay rod. Using steering linkage puller, separate pitman arm from relay rod. Steering may have to be placed in Unlock position and turned to remove relay rod from pitman arm.
  3. Remove steering shock absorber nut from relay rod (if equipped). Using steering linkage puller, remove steering shock absorber from relay rod (if equipped).
  4. Remove nut securing idler arm to relay rod. Using steering linkage puller, remove idler arm from relay rod. Remove relay rod.
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