Ball Joint: Service and Repair

BALL JOINT - LOWER 2WD





Removal and Installation
1. Remove the wheel spindle.





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





3. Using a suitable ball joint remover tool, remove the ball joint.

Caution:
^ Do not damage the lower ball joint boot when installing the tool.

Note:
^ Clean and inspect the lower arm ball joint bore for damage before installing a new ball joint.

Note:
^ Make sure the new lower ball joint snap ring is fully seated.

Note:
^ Always install new nuts and cotter pins.

4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.