C 2500 Suburban 2WD V8-454 7.4L VIN J SFI (1998)
7. Punch the rivets out. Use a small pin punch.
8. Remove the cotter pin.
9. Remove the stud nut from the upper ball joint.
Important: Support the knuckle assembly so that the knuckle weight does not damage the brake hose.
10. Use the J 23742 as shown.
11. Apply pressure on the tool until the stud breaks loose.
12. Remove the J 23742.
13. Pull the stud away from the knuckle.
14. Remove the ball joint.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install a new upper ball joint to the upper control arm.
