C 1500 Truck 2WD V8-5.7L VIN R (1996)
Disconnecting The Upper Ball Joint
A. Use J 23742.
B. Apply pressure on the tool until the stud breaks loose.
C. Remove J 23742.
D. Pull the stud away from the knuckle.
IMPORTANT: Support the knuckle assembly so that its weight will not damage the brake hose.
6. Upper ball joint (66).
Fig. 8 Control arms & components
INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. New upper ball joint (66) to the upper control arm (42).