Suburban 3/4 Ton 4WD V8-6.0L VIN U (2004)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Rear
Upper
Upper Ball Joint Replacement
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Tools Required
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J 44664 Upper Ball Joint Nut Remover
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J 44663 Upper Ball Joint Remover Removal Procedure
Notice: Refer to Rear Wheel Steering Lifting and Jacking Notice in Cautions and Notices.
1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the bolt (8) and nut (2) retaining the bracket to the axle.
4. Remove the bracket (7) from the vehicle.
5. Remove the bolt (4) retaining the brake hose bracket (3) to the axle.
6. Using the J 44664 (2), remove the nut (1) retaining the upper ball joint to the steering knuckle.