C 1500 Truck 2WD V6-262 4.3L VIN Z (1992)
IMPORTANT: Block the knuckle assembly out of the way by placing a wooden block between the frame and upper control arm.
Removing The Lower Ball Joint
5. Lower ball joint (69) from the lower control arm.
INSPECT
^ The tapered hole in the steering knuckle and remove any dirt. If the hole is out of round, deformed or damaged, the knuckle must be replaced.
TOOL REQUIRED:
J 9519-30 Ball Joint Remover and Installer Set.
Control arms & components
INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. New ball joint (69) into the lower control arm (40).
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Press in the ball joint using tools in. The ball joint will bottom on the control arm.
2. Bail joint stud into the steering knuckle.
3. Stud nut (67) onto the stud. Tighten nut (67) to 115 Nm (84 lbs. ft.) and align the slot in the stud nut with the hole in the stud by tightening.
4. New cotter pin (68) to the stud.
5. Brake caliper.
6. Tire and wheel assembly.
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Lower the vehicle.
IMPORTANT: Check the front end alignment.
