E 250 3/4 Ton Van V8-5.4L CNG VIN M (1997)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Ball Joint, Upper
REMOVAL
1. Remove the front wheel spindle.
2. Position the front wheel spindle in a vise, and remove the snap ring from the lower ball joint.
3. Using the U-Joint Tool and appropriate Receiver Cup, remove the lower ball joint from the front wheel spindle.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the components, do not use heat to aid ball joint removal.
4. Using the U-Joint Tool and appropriate Receiver Cup, remove the upper ball joint.
INSTALLATION
1. Using the U-Joint Tool and appropriate Ball Joint Adapter, install the upper ball joint.