Ball Joint (Upper & Lower): Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Ford Ranger and 1996 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Always remove lower ball joint prior to removing upper ball joint. Install upper ball joint prior to installing lower ball joint. DO NOT heat ball joint or spindle during ball joint replacement procedure.
- Remove spindle. See SPINDLE . Install spindle assembly in vise and remove snap ring from ball joint. Assemble "C" Frame (T74P-4635-C) and installation cup on lower ball joint. See Figure .
- Turn forcing screw clockwise until lower ball joint is removed from spindle. Assemble "C" frame and installation cup on upper ball joint. Turn forcing screw clockwise until upper ball joint is removed from spindle.