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Installation Procedure

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IMPORTANT: Use the outer flange of the ball joint in order to press the ball joint into place.
  1. Install the new ball joint using a press.
  2. Place the lower control arm in a bench vice.
  3. Using a punch, install crimps to the ball joint, if necessary. Use the replaced ball joint as a reference.
  4. Install the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (RWD)  or Lower Control Arm Replacement (4WD) .
  5. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION  .
  6. Remove the safety stands.
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Verify the wheel alignment. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITH REAR WHEEL STEERING)  or MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITHOUT REAR WHEEL STEERING)  .
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