[Hayden]

Yeah, it's stuck open. I will need to find a larger wrench. Thanks for the prompt reply!!

edit: got larger wrench. No way it's fitting in there. No box wrenches in that size at Lowes either. Tired of throwing money at this. Off to the mechanic... which I think is pretty ridiculous for something that is outlined in the owner's manual, which can't even be remedied through the way it says (since apparently, disconnecting the V-lever is the only way to get the ball connectors off.)