Liberty Sport 2WD L4-2.4L VIN 1 (2002)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Front Suspension
REMOVAL
1. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
2. Remove the brake caliper and rotor.
3. Disconnect the tie rod from the steering knuckle.
4. Remove the steering knuckle.
5. Move the halfshaft to the side and support the halfshaft out of the way (If Equipped).
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.
6. Secure the steering knuckle in a vise.
7. Press the ball joint from the steering knuckle using special tools C-4212-F (PRESS), 8859-2 (RECEIVER) and 8859-1 (DRIVER).
INSTALLATION
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.
NOTE: The plastic shipping cover must be in place over the ball joint boot while pressing the ball joint into the knuckle.
1. Install the ball joint into the steering knuckle and press in using special tools C-4212-F (press), 8859-3 (driver) and 6761 (receiver).
