Removal Procedure

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Tools Required

J 43631 Ball Joint Remover. See Special Tools and Equipment .

Remove the front brake rotor. Refer to Brake Rotor Replacement - Front in Disc Brakes.
Install 2 wheel nuts onto 2 studs.
Use a pry bar on the 2 nuts in order to prevent the hub from turning.

Fig 1: Removing Wheel Stud From Axle Flange

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Use the J 43631 in order to remove the wheel stud. See Special Tools and Equipment .