F 150 Heritage 4WD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN Z Bi-fuel (2004)
15. Remove the snap ring from the ball joint. Discard the snap ring
16. Using a suitable ball joint remover tool and receiver cup, remove the ball joint.
CAUTION: Do not damage the ball joint boot when installing the special tool.
NOTE: Clean and inspect the control arm ball joint bore for damage before installing a new ball joint.
NOTE: Make sure the new ball joint snap ring is fully seated.
17. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Always install new castellated nuts and coffer pins.