Lower Ball Joint: Installation

Assemble on control arm, "C" Clamp (J-9519-23 ) and Installer (J-9519-16 ) from ball joint remover/installer set. See Fig 1. Reverse removal procedure to install ball joint into lower control arm. Ensure bleed vent in rubber grease seal is facing forward. Install grease fitting and lubricate NEW ball joint.
To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts and nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Lower vehicle and check wheel alignment. See procedures in the WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in the WHEEL ALIGNMENT section.

Fig 1: Removing & Installing Lower Ball Joint Into Lower Control Arm

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