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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 9519-E Lower Ball Joint Remover and Installer
    • J 21474-01 Control Arm Bushing Set
    • J 45117 Ball Joint Installation Spacer

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 744335  Size: SH
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Remove the steering knuckle with wheel hub attached. Refer to Steering Knuckle Replacement .
  4. Remove the upper ball joint retaining clip.

  5. Object Number: 744330  Size: SH
  6. Remove the upper ball joint boot.
  7. Remove the upper ball joint from the steering knuckle using J 9519-E .

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 744332  Size: SH
  1. Install the upper ball joint to steering knuckle using J 9519-E , J 21474-01 , and J 45117 .

  2. Object Number: 744335  Size: SH
  3. Install the upper ball joint retaining clip.
  4. Install the steering knuckle with wheel hub attached. Refer to Steering Knuckle Replacement .
  5. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications .