Accord V6-3.0L Hybrid (2005)
12. Remove the cotter pin (A) from the lower arm ball joint, and loosen the nut (B).
NOTE:
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To avoid damaging the ball joint, install the special tool on the threads of the ball joint.
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Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when installing the remover.
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Do not force or hammer on the lower arm, or pry between the lower arm and the knuckle. You could damage the ball joint.
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Insert the new cotter pin into the ball joint pin hole from the front to the rear of the vehicle, and bend its end as shown.
13. Disconnect the lower arm ball joint from the lower arm using the special tools.
14. Remove the cotter pin (A) from the upper arm ball joint, and loosen the nut (B).
NOTE: During installation, insert the new cotter pin into the ball joint pin from the front to the rear of the vehicle, and bend its end as shown.
15. Disconnect the upper arm ball joint from the knuckle using the special tool.
16. Remove the driveshaft outboard joint (A) from the knuckle (B) by tapping the driveshaft end (C) with a plastic hammer while drawing the hub
outward, then remove the knuckle.
NOTE: Do not pull the driveshaft end outward. The inner driveshaft joint may come apart.
