Ball Joint - Lower: Installation

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CAUTION: Do not damage the lower ball joint boot when installing the ball joint or premature failure of the ball joint may occur.

NOTE: Make sure the ball joint snap ring is fully seated.

Using the special tools, install the lower ball joint.
- Install the ball joint snap ring.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools (205-086) And (204-358)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Install the wheel knuckle. For additional information, refer to Wheel Knuckle .