E 150 V8-4.6L (2007)
6. Remove and discard the upper ball joint pinch bolt.
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To install, tighten to 103 Nm (76 ft. lbs.)
7. Remove and discard the lower ball joint cotter pin and nut.
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To install, tighten to 175 Nm (129 ft. lbs.)
8. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the ball joint boot and socket, do not use a pickle fork-type remover to loosen the ball joints.
Remove the front wheel spindle.
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Strike the lower end of the front axle to loosen the ball joint.
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Remove the front wheel spindle.
9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
10. Check and, if necessary, align the front end.