Removal Procedure
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- Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the wheel drive shaft, if equipped. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (2500) or Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (1500) .
- Remove the wheel bearing and hub assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (2500) or Front Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (1500) .
- Remove the outer tie rod end from the knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
- Support the lower control arm.
- Separate the upper ball joint from the knuckle. Refer to Upper Control Arm Replacement (2500) or Upper Control Arm Replacement (1500) .
- Separate the lower ball joint from the knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (1500) or Lower Control Arm Replacement (2500) .
- Remove the knuckle from the vehicle.