Canyon 2WD L4-2.9L (2008)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Upper Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement (2WD, Z85, ZQ8)
Upper Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement (2WD, Z85, ZQ8)
Tools Required
J-42188-B Ball Joint Separator
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Wheels and Tires/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair) .
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (See: Wheels and Tires/Service and Repair) .
3. Support the lower control arm with a suitable jack stand.
4. Disconnect the front brake hose from the upper control arm. Refer to Front Brake Hose Replacement (See: Brakes and Traction
Control/Hydraulic System/Brake Hose/Line/Service and Repair/Front Brake Hose Replacement) .
5. Remove the wheel speed sensor bracket bolt.
6. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor brackets.
7. Remove the nut from the upper ball joint. Discard the nut.
8. Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle using the J-42188-B.
