Ball Joint - Track Bar: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford Pickup, 2005 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2005 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2005 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
Remove the track bar. For additional information, refer to TRACK BAR - F-450, F-550 .
If equipped, remove the ball joint grease fitting.

Fig 1: Removing Ball Joint Grease Fitting
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the ball joint boot.
Using the special tools, remove and discard the ball joint.

Fig 2: Removing Ball Joint
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.