Astro Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN W (2001)
4. Connect the upper ball joint to the steering knuckle.
5. Install the upper ball joint retaining nut.
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Tighten the upper ball joint retaining nut to 83 Nm (61 ft. lbs.).
6. Install a new cotter pin.
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Tighten the nut up to an additional 1/6 amount in order to insert the cotter pin through the upper ball joint stud. Bend the pin ends flat against
the nut flats.
7. Connect the wheel speed sensor connector.
8. Install the upper ball joint grease fitting.
9. Using a grease gun, grease the upper ball joint until grease appears at the upper ball joint grease seal.
10. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
11. Remove the safety stands from the lower control arm.
12. Lower the vehicle.
13. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment.
