Rainier AWD V8-5.3L VIN P (2004)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Lower Ball Joint
Lower Ball Joint Replacement
Tools Required
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J9519-E Ball Joint Remover and Installer Set
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J34874 Booster Seal Remover/installer
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J41435 Ball Joint Installer
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J45105-1 Ball Joint Flaring Adapter
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J45105-2 Receiver
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the steering knuckle with wheel hub and bearing attached.
4. Remove the lower ball joint flange with a chisel.
5. Install J9519-E and J34874 to the lower ball joint.
6. Remove the lower ball joint from the lower control arm using J9519-E and J34874.
Installation Procedure
