C 1500 Truck 2WD V8-6.5L DSL Turbo VIN F (1998)
7. Remove the lower ball joint stud front the knuckle using the J 23742.
8. Remove the upper ball joint stud from the knuckle using the J 23742.
CAUTION: Floor Jack mast remain under the control arm spring seat during removal and installation to retain the spring and control
arm in position. Failure to do so could result in personal injury.
9. Position a floor jack under the lower control arm near the spring seat.
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Raise the jack until the jack just supports the lower control arm.
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Raise the upper control arm. Disengage the ball joint stud from the knuckle.
10. Remove the knuckle from the lower ball joint stud.
10.1. Clean the steering knuckle.
10.2. Inspect the steering knuckle tapered hole. If this tapered hole is out-of-round, deformed, or damaged, replace the knuckle.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
