Express 1/2 Ton Van V8-5.7L VIN R (1999)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Upper Ball Joint
With Heavy Duty Suspension
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
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Tools Required
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J 23742 Ball Joint Separator
1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with safety stands.
CAUTION: Floor jack must remain under the lower control arm during removal and installation to retain the lower control arm in position.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury.
2. Support the lower control arm with a floor jack.
3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
4. Remove the brake caliper.
5. Remove the nut and the bolt that retains the wheel speed sensor harness bracket to the upper control arm.