C 2500 Truck 2WD V8-5.7L VIN R (1997)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Upper Ball Joint Replacement
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Tool Required:
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J 23742 Bail Joint Separator
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Or Equivalent
WARNING: Floor jack or stand must remain under the control arm spring seat during removal and installation to retain the spring and
control arm in position or personal Injury may result.
NOTE:
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Raise the vehicle and support it with safety stands.
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Support the control arm with a jack.
Remove or disconnect the following:
1. Tire and wheel assembly.
2. Brake caliper.
NOTE: Support the caliper with a piece of wire to prevent damage to the brake line.
3. Rivets from the upper ball joint (66).
a. Use a 3.175 mm (1/8 inch) drill to cut a 6.35 mm (1/4 inch) deep hole in the center of each rivet.
b. Drill the rivet heads away using a 12.75 mm (1/2 inch) drill.
