Patriot 4WD L4-2.4L (2009)
can separate the inner C/V joint on the halfshaft thus damaging it.
CAUTION: Use care when separating the ball joint stud (4) from the knuckle (1), so the ball joint seal does not get cut.
4. Using an appropriate prying tool (2), separate the ball joint stud (4) from the knuckle (1) by prying down on lower control arm (3) and up against
the ball joint boss on the knuckle.
5. Remove the front bolt (2) attaching the lower control arm (3) to the front suspension crossmember (4).
6. Remove the nut (1) on the rear bolt attaching the lower control arm (3) to the front suspension crossmember (4). Remove the bolt.
7. Remove the lower control arm (3) from the crossmember (4).
