B2500 SE Cab Plus 2WD L4-2.5L VIN C (1999)
13. Use the Pitman Arm Puller or equivalent to separate the lower ball joint from the front wheel spindle.
14. Remove the front wheel spindle. Spindle Installation
Caution: Always install the cotter pin into the lower ball joint castellated nut from outboard to inboard, with the fingers bent together at a right
angle. Failure to do so will result in damage to the wheel and tire assembly.
SPINDLE INSTALLATION
1. Install the lower ball joint.
1) Install the castellated nut.
2) Install a new cotter pin.
2. Install the upper ball joint.
1) Install the ball joint into the spindle.
2) Install a new pinch bolt and nut.
3. Remove the coil spring compressor tool or equivalent.
Caution: Always install the cotter pin into the tie rod castellated nut from outboard to inboard, with the fingers bent together at a right angle.
Failure to do so will result in damage to the wheel and tire assembly.
4. Install the tie rod castellated nut.
1) Install the castellated nut.
2) Install a new cotter Din.
