Ball Joint: Service and Repair

Ball Joint - Lower













Removal

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

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

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





Installation

1. NOTICE: Do not damage the lower ball joint boot when installing the C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover and Ball Joint Installer/Remover 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 new ball joint snap ring.






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