Yukon Denali 2WD V8-6.0L Hybrid (2010)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement (1500 )
Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement (1500 )
Special Tools
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CH 41805 - Ball Joint Remover Install Kit
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CH 49240 - Ball Joint Crimper and Install Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools (See: Transmission and Drivetrain/Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints/Axle Shaft Assembly/Tools
and Equipment).
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 wheel drive shaft, if needed. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (1500) ()Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (2500) ().
Note: Ensure that the knuckle is secured away from the lower control arm.
3. Remove the steering knuckle from the vehicle. Refer to Steering Knuckle Replacement (1500) (See: Rear Knuckle/Service and Repair/Steering
Knuckle Replacement (1500))Steering Knuckle Replacement (2500) (See: Rear Knuckle/Service and Repair/Steering Knuckle Replacement
(2500)).
4. Using a hammer chisel, remove the locking tabs (1) from the ball joint body.
