Hombre S Space Cab 2WD V6-4.3L (2000)
4. Remove the cotter pin.
5. Remove the tie rod end stud nut.
6. Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle using J 6627-A.
7. Remove the lower ball joint stud from the steering knuckle using J 23742.
8. Remove the upper ball joint stud from the steering knuckle using J 23742.
1. Position a floor jack under the lower control arm near the spring seat. Raise the jack until the jack supports the control arm.
2. Raise the upper control arm. Disengage the ball joint stud from the steering knuckle.
9. Remove the steering knuckle from the lower ball joint stud.
1. Clean the steering knuckle.
2. Inspect the steering knuckle tapered hole. Replace the steering knuckle if this tapered hole is out-of-round, deformed, or damaged.
Installation Procedure
Tools Required
J 29193 Steering Linkage Installer
1. Install the upper ball joint to the steering knuckle.
2. Install the lower ball joint to the steering knuckle.
