Range Rover (LM) V8-4398cc 4.4L (M62) (2003)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Front
Ball joints - lower
The Lower Ball Joints must be replaced as a pair.
Remove
1. Raise front of vehicle.
WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.
2. Remove road wheels.
3. Loosen bolt securing lower arm to subframe one quarter of a turn.
4. Remove nut securing height sensor link to lower arm and release link.
CAUTION: Use an open ended spanner on flats provided to prevent ball joint rotating.
5. Remove nut securing lower arm ball joint to hub.
6. Using LRT-54-027 release lower arm ball joint and disconnect lower arm from hub.
CAUTION: Ensure ball joint seal is not damaged. A damaged seal will lead to premature failure of the joint.
7. Loosen bolt securing tie rod to subframe one quarter of a turn.