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Lower Ball Joint (Jimmy, Sonoma, Syclone, Typhoon & "T" Series Blazer & Pickup)

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  1. Raise and support vehicle with jack stand under lower control arm, near lower ball joint. Place a dial indicator on spindle hub.
  2. Pry tire and wheel assembly between lower control arm and outer race to measure vertical movement. Note dial indicator reading. If reading exceeds .125" (3.18 mm), replace loose ball joint.