S10/T10 P/U 4WD L4-151 2.5L (1985)
Figure 9 - Disconnecting the Upper Ball Joint
17.
Tip the knuckle out and toward the rear of the vehicle. Suspend the knuckle to prevent straining the brake line (Figure 9).
Important:
Cover the shock mounting bracket and the ball stud on the lower control arm with a shop towel to prevent possible halfshaft seal
damage during removal and installation.
Figure 8 - Splined Shank and Knuckle Separation
18.
Install J28733 on brake rotor and separate outer C/V joint splined shank from knuckle hub (Figure 8).
Figure 3 - Inboard Flange Bolt Removal
19.
Remove six bolts (loosened earlier) from inboard joint flange (Figure 3).
20.
Support inboard end of halfshaft. Free splined shank from hub and remove halfshaft from vehicle.
Important:
Wipe the wheel bearing seal area on the knuckle clean. Check the seal for cuts or tears.
