F 150 2WD Pickup V8-4.6L (2002)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Ball Joint - Lower
Special Tool(s)
Removal and Installation
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
Caution: Do no allow the disc brake caliper to hang suspended from the brake hose. Provide a suitable support.
3. Remove the caliper support bracket bolts, then position the caliper support bracket and brake caliper aside.
4. Disconnect the front anti-lock brake sensor (ABS) wire assembly.
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Disconnect the ABS electrical connector.
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Unclip the ABS harness routing clips.
5. Remove the tie-rod castellated nut.
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Remove and discard the cotter pin.
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Remove and discard the castellated nut.