Disconnecting Ball Joint

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Fig 1: Removing Nut On Ball Joint Using A Torx Wrench As A Counter Hold

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For vehicles with aluminum control arms:

Remove the nut on the ball joint. Use a Torx wrench as a counterhold.

Fig 2: Ball Joint Nut

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For vehicles with steel control arms:

Remove the nut from the ball joint.

Fig 3: Identifying Nut 999 7231 Installed On Ball Joint And Proper Clearance To Link Arm

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Install the nut on the ball joint with a clearance to the control arm of 1.5 mm.

Fig 4: Identifying Puller 999 7062 Aligned With Link Arm And Nut 999 7231

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Align the puller with the control arm and nut.

Tighten the puller so that the ball joint releases from the control arm.