Ball Joints: Installation

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CAUTION: To avoid damage to components, do not use heat to aid installation.

NOTE: Clean the wheel knuckle ball joint bores

NOTE: The upper ball joint must be installed first

Fig 1: Locating Ball Joint Special Tool On Upper Ball Joint

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover and Ball Joint Installer/Remover, install the upper ball joint
Using the C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover and Ball Joint Installer/Remover, install the lower ball joint

Fig 2: Locating Ball Joint Special Tool On Lower Ball Joint
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the snap ring in the groove at the bottom of the lower ball joint
Install the lower ball joint grease plug
Install the front wheel spindle or wheel knuckle assembly. For additional information, refer to SPINDLE .