Excel L4-1468cc 1.5L SOHC (8 VALVE) (1986)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Fig. 1 Exploded view of front suspension
1.
Disconnect strut bar from control arm.
2.
Remove ball joint to control arm retaining nuts and bolts, then separate ball joint from control arm.
3.
Remove ball joint stud nut, then separate ball joint from steering knuckle using suitable tool.
4.
Install ball joint to control arm, then torque retaining nuts and bolts to 69-87 ft. lbs.
5.
Install ball joint stud into steering knuckle, then torque ball joint stud nut to 43-52 ft. lbs.
6.
Loosely install strut bar to control arm, then lower vehicle to floor and torque strut bar to control arm retaining nuts and bolts to 69-87 ft. lbs.