Ball Joint, Removing And Installing: Removing

-- Remove The Control Arm. Refer To CONTROL ARM, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove The Bolt -1-.

Fig 1: Identifying Ball Joint

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-- Insert A Washer Or The Like -2- Into The Slot In The Wheel Bearing Housing. The Washer Must Match The Width Of The Slot Exactly.

Fig 2: Identifying Bolt And Washer

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-- Install The Bolt -1- That Was Removed Previously Until It Touches The Back Of The Washer.

-- Spread The Wheel Bearing Housing Slot By Installing The Bolt -1- Further (One Half Turn).

-- Remove The Ball Joint From The Wheel Bearing Housing.