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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Lower Ball Joint
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  1. Position the new ball joint in the lower control arm.
    2. Fig 2: Identifying Ball Joint Retaining Nuts
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    NOTE: Install the NEW ball joint bolts facing downward.
  2. Install the NEW ball joint bolts.
    3. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  3. Install the NEW ball joint retaining nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the ball joint nuts to 68 N.m (50 lb ft).

  4. Install the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
  5. Install the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  6. Remove the support and lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
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