Ball Joint - Lower: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
SVT Raptor
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NOTE: Use care to prevent adhesive from contacting the ball joint boot or damage to the boot may occur, causing premature ball joint failure.NOTE: To allow the adhesive to fully cure, the vehicle must not be driven on the road for at least one hour after the installation of a new ball joint.
Materials: Adhesive (supplied with kit).
All vehicles
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NOTE: Do not damage the lower ball joint boot when installing the C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover and Ball Joint Installer/Remover or premature failure of the ball joint may occur.
Special Tool(s): Installer/Remover, C-Frame and Screw 205-086. Remover, Ball Joint 204-358/3. Remover, Ball Joint 204-358/5. Remover, Ball Joint 204-358/6.
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NOTE: Make sure the ball joint snap ring is fully seated.
SVT Raptor
- Using a clean shop towel and the specified surface cleaner, wipe any excess adhesive from the ball joint and lower arm.
All vehicles
- Install the wheel knuckle. Refer to WHEEL KNUCKLE .