C 3500 Truck 2WD V8-454 7.4L VIN J SFI (1999)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Lower Ball Joint
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
For control arms and components view, refer to Control Arms and Components under Control Arm, Locations.
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Tools Required
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J 9519-D Ball Joint Remover and Installer Set
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J23742 Ball Joint Separator
1. Raise the vehicle. Support the frame with safety stands.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Place a floor jack under the control arm spring seat. Raise the jack in order to support the control arm.
Caution: Floor jack must remain under the lower control arm during removal and installation to retain the lower control arm in position. Failure
to do so could result in personal injury.
4. Remove the brake caliper.
Notice: Support the caliper with a piece of wire to prevent damage to the brake line.
5. Remove the cotter pin and the nut.
6. Break the ball joint loose from the knuckle using the J23742.
7. Remove the lower control arm from the knuckle. Guide the lower control arm out of the splash shield with a screwdriver while lifting the upper
control arm with a pry bar.
Important: Place a wooden block between the frame and the upper control arm in order to block the knuckle assembly out of the way.
