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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

    • J 42188 Ball Joint Separator
    • J 9519-E Ball Joint Removal Kit
    • J 9519-98 Lower Ball Joint Remover
    • J 9519-99 Lower Ball Joint Installer

    Object Number: 296163  Size: SH
  1. Remove the lower control arm from the vehicle. Refer to Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement .
  2. Remove the ball joint from the lower control arm using J 9519-E and J 9519-98 .

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 296163  Size: SH
  1. Install the ball joint into the lower control arm using J 9519-E and J 9519-99 .
  2. Install the lower control arm to the vehicle. Refer to Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement .