Cavalier L4-2.2L VIN F (2004)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
LOWER BALL JOINT REPLACEMENT
TOOLS REQUIRED
J 43828 Ball Joint Separator
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assemblies.
3. If the vehicle is equipped with a stabilizer shaft, remove the stabilizer shaft link.
4. Remove the wiring harness from the lower control arm.
5. Remove the cotter pin (1) from the ball joint (3).
6. Remove the nut (4) from the ball joint (3).
7. Separate the ball joint stud from the steering knuckle using the J 43828.
NOTE: Use only the recommended tools for separating the ball joint from the knuckle. Failure to use the recommended tools may cause damage to the
ball joint and seal.