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Ball Joint: Technical Service Bulletins
Suspension - Lower Ball Joint Replacement

04-079

December 21, 2004

Applies To: 
2001-05 Civic (except 3-Door) - ALL

Lower Ball Joint Replacement

BACKGROUND

Previously, if a lower ball joint was worn, you had to replace the knuckle assembly. To reduce repair costs, replacement lower ball joints are now
available.

PARTS INFORMATION

TOOL INFORMATION

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty: The normal warranty applies.

Failed Part:

P/N 51210-S5A-J20 
H/C 7233885

Defect Code:

00503

Symptom Code:

07302

Skill Level:

Repair Technician

Out of warranty: 
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone
Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1.

Raise the vehicle on a hoist.

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