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Removal Procedure

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IMPORTANT: The following service procedure applies to vehicle equipped with cast iron lower control arms only.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Remove the lower control arm from the vehicle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (1500)  or Lower Control Arm Replacement (2500) .
  4. Place the lower control arm in a vise.
  5. Using a chisel, remove the securing crimps from the ball joint body, if equipped.
  6. Using a press, remove the ball joint from the lower control arm.
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