Upper Control Arm & Ball Joint: Removal
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 19 other vehicles, including the 2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS, 2001 Isuzu Trooper, 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport, 2001 Isuzu Rodeo, and 2001 Honda Passport. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheels. Using a floor jack, support lower control arm. Remove disc brake caliper and position aside. Remove wheel speed sensor cable (if equipped). Remove upper ball joint cotter pin and nut. Separate upper ball joint from steering knuckle.
- Note number and placement of shims (if equipped) between upper control arm pivot shaft and frame. Remove pivot shaft bolts. Remove shock absorber from upper support (if necessary). Remove upper control arm.