Dakota 2WD V8-4.7L (2008)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Front Lower Ball Joint - Installation
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Extreme pressure lubrication must be used on the threaded portions of the tool. This will increase the longevity of the tool and insure
proper operation during the removal and installation process.
1. Install the ball joint (3) into the control arm and press in using special tools C-4212-F (press) (1), 8441-4 (Receiver) (2) and 9654-1 (Driver) (4).
2. Install the snap ring (3) around the ball joint flange (2).
3. Remove the support for the halfshaft and install into position 4X4 only.
4. Install the steering knuckle See: Front Steering Knuckle/Service and Repair/Front Steering Knuckle - Installation.
5. Install the tie rod end (2) into the steering knuckle (5), then install the retaining nut (1) and tighten to 108 Nm (80 ft. lbs.)See: Steering/Tie
Rod/Tie Rod End/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Tie Rod End - Installation.
