(Torsion Bar Suspension)

Lower Ball Joint Replacement (Torsion Bar Suspension)

Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (RWD) Lower Control Arm Replacement (4WD).
4. Place the lower control arm in a bench vice.
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.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the new ball joint using a press.

Important:
Use the outer flange of the ball joint in order to press the ball joint into place.

2. Place the lower control arm in a bench vice.
3. Using a punch, install crimps to the ball joint, if necessary. Use the replaced ball joint as a reference.
4. Install the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (RWD) Lower Control Arm Replacement (4WD).
5. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
6. Remove the safety stands.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Verify the wheel alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment (w/Rear Wheel Steering) Measuring Wheel Alignment (w/o Rear Wheel Steering) in Wheel Alignment.