Equinox FWD V6-3.4L VIN F (2005)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Lower Ball Joint Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the lower control arm.
2. Place the control arm in a vise or suitable holding device.
3. Remove the ball joint rivets using the following procedure.
1. Drill through the rivets using a 8 mm (5/16 inch) drill bit.
2. Enlarge the hole using a 12 mm (31/64 inch) drill bit.
3. Remove any remaining burs from the control arm.
4. Remove the ball joint from the control arm. Note the position of the ball joint for reassembly.
Installation Procedure
1. Important: The control arm must be clean and free of debris.
Install the ball joint to the control arm as previously noted.
2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Note:
There are 2 different ball studs used on this vehicle. The ball stud type must be identified in order to use the correct torque value when tightening the
ball stud nut. If the wrong torque is used, damage could occur to the ball stud.
Important:
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Only use hardware provided with the new ball joint.
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The bolts must be installed with the bolt head on top of the ball joint.