C 2500 Suburban 2WD V8-454 7.4L VIN J SFI (1998)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Upper Ball Joint Replacement
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
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Tools Required:
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J 23742 Ball Joint Separator
CAUTION: Floor jack must remain under the control arm spring seat during removal and Installation to retain the spring and control arm
in position. Failure to do so could result in personal injury.
1. Raise the vehicle. Support the lower control arm with floor stands.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
NOTICE: Support the caliper with a piece of wire to prevent damage to the brake line.
3. Remove the brake caliper.
4. Remove the rivets from the upper ball joint.
5. Use a 3.175 mm (1/8 in) drill in order to cut a 6.35 mm (1/4 in) deep hole in the center of each rivet.
6. Drill away the rivet heads. Use a 12.75 mm (1/2 in) drill.
