Front Suspension
REMOVAL PROCEDURE^ Tools Required:
- J 36226 Ball Joint Separator
NOTICE: Use only the recommended tools for separating the ball joint from the knuckle. Failure to use recommended tools may cause damage to the ball joint and seal.
1. Raise the vehicle and suitably support the frame allowing the control arms to hang free.
2. Remove the wheel and tire.
3. Remove the stabilizer shaft to control arm bolt.
4. Remove the cotter pin and loosen the nut from the ball stud.
NOTICE: Care must be taken not to overextend tri-pot joints. Over extension of the joint could result in separation of internal components which could go undetected and result in failure of the joint.
5. Using the J 36226, remove the ball joint from the steering knuckle.
6. Remove the control arm mounting bolts.
7. Remove the control arm from the frame.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the control arm to the frame.
2. Install the control arm mounting bolts, washers, and nuts.
Important: Do not tighten the control arm nuts at this time. The weight of the vehicle must be supported by the control arms such that the vehicle design trim heights are obtained before tightening control arm mounting nuts.
3. Install the stabilizer shaft to control arm.
NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.
4. Install the bail joint to the steering knuckle.
Tighten
^ Tighten the stabilizer shaft link assembly to 17 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).
^ Tighten the joint nut to 10 Nm (88 inch lbs.). Then tighten an additional 120° (2 flats on nut) during which a torque of 55 Nm (41 ft. lbs.) must be obtained.
5. Install the cooler pin. In order to align the slot, tighten the nut up to one more flat.
6. Install the wheel and the fire.
Tighten
Tighten the wheel nuts to 140 Nm (100 ft. lbs.).
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Check the trim height.
Tighten
Tighten the control arm nuts in the following sequence:
^ Front mounting nut to 190 Nm (140 ft. lbs.).
^ Rear mounting nut to 123 Nm (91 ft. lbs.).