GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes
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Isuzu
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2005
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Ascender - 2WD
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General Information
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General Information
🢒 Upper Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement
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
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to
Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
.
Remove the steering knuckle with wheel hub attached. Refer to
Steering Knuckle Replacement
.
Remove the upper ball joint retaining clip.
Remove the upper ball joint boot.
Remove the upper ball joint from the steering knuckle using
J 9519-E
.
Installation Procedure
Install the upper ball joint to steering knuckle using
J 9519-E
,
J 21474-01
, and
J 45117
.
Install the upper ball joint retaining clip.
Install the steering knuckle with wheel hub attached. Refer to
Steering Knuckle Replacement
.
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to
Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
.
Lower the vehicle.
Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to
Wheel Alignment Specifications
.