Grand Cherokee 2WD V8-5.7L VIN 2 (2005)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Upper Ball Joint
UPPER BALL JOINT
REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle and support the axle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the upper ball joint retaining nut.
4. Separate the upper ball joint (2) from the knuckle (3) using special tool #8677 (1).
5. Remove the wheel speed sensor wire from the upper control arm (1).
6. Move the knuckle (3) out of the way to allow ball joint removal tool access.
NOTE: Extreme pressure lubrication must be used on the threaded portions of the tool. This will increase the longevity of the tool and insure
proper operation during the removal and installation process.
