Sierra 1500 4WD V8-6.0L (2007)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement
Removal Procedure
Important: The following service procedure applies to vehicle equipped with cast iron lower control arms only.
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the lower control arm from the vehicle.
4. Place the lower control arm in a vise.
5. Using a chisel, remove the securing crimps from the ball joint body, if equipped.
6. Using a press, remove the ball joint from the lower control arm.
Installation Procedure
Important: Use the outer flange of the ball joint in order to press the ball joint into place.
1. Install the ball joint using a press.
2. Place the lower control arm a bench vise.
3. Using a punch, install the crimps to the ball joint, if necessary. Use the replaced ball joint as a reference.
4. Install the lower control arm in the vehicle.
5. Install the tire and wheel.
6. Remove the safety stand and lower the vehicle.
7. Verify the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications.
