Ball Joint: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Ford F-550 Super Duty, 2019 Ford F-450 Super Duty, 2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty, and 2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the wheel spindle or wheel knuckle assembly. Refer to: Wheel Spindle - F-250/F-350 . Refer to: Wheel Knuckle - F-450/F-550 .
- Position the wheel spindle in a vise and remove and discard the snap ring from the lower ball joint. Use the General Equipment: Vise. Use the General Equipment: Snap Ring Pliers
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NOTE: To avoid damage to the components, do not use heat to aid ball joint removal.
Remove the lower ball joint. Use Special Service Tool: 205-086 (T74P-4635-C) Installer/Remover, C-Frame and Screw., 204-358 Remover/Installer, Ball Joint. Use the General Equipment: Vise
- Remove the upper ball joint. Use Special Service Tool: 205-086 (T74P-4635-C) Installer/Remover, C-Frame and Screw., 204-355 Remover/Installer, Ball Joint. Use the General Equipment: Vise