Hombre XS Space Cab 2WD L4-2.2L CPC (1999)
17. Remove the upper ball joint.
Installation Procedure
1. Install a new upper ball joint to the upper control arm.
2. Install the upper ball joint retaining bolts and nuts.
Tighten
Tighten the upper ball joint retaining nuts to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).
3. Install the upper ball joint to the steering knuckle.
4. Install the upper ball joint stud nut.
Tighten
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Tighten the upper ball joint stud nut to 83 N.m (61 lb ft).
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Tighten the stud nut in order to align the slot in the stud nut with the hole in the stud.
5. Install a new cotter pin.