Ranger 4WD L4-153 2.5L SOHC VIN C SFI (2001)
14. Remove the pinch bolt and nut.
15. Remove the hand-tightened lower ball joint castellated nut, then remove the front wheel knuckle.
16. Remove the snap ring from the ball joint. Discard the snap ring.
17. Using a suitable ball joint remover tool, remove the ball joint.
18. 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.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Always install new castellated nuts and cotter pins.
