Ball Joint: Service and Repair

Ball Joint - Lower













Removal

1. Remove the wheel knuckle. For additional information, refer to Wheel Knuckle Service and Repair.

2. Remove and discard the lower ball joint snap ring.

3. Using the C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover and Ball Joint Installer/Remover, remove the lower ball joint.





Installation

1. NOTICE: Do not damage the lower ball joint boot when installing the ball joint or premature failure of the ball joint may occur.

NOTE: Make sure the ball joint snap ring is fully seated.

Using the C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover and Ball Joint Installer/Remover, install the lower ball joint.

- Install the ball joint snap ring.





2. Install the wheel knuckle. For additional information, refer to Wheel Knuckle Service and Repair.