Disassembly order
1. Remove the lower suspension arm. See section in this part «Front suspension arm».
2. Install the suspension arm in a vise or suitable jig.
3. Remove the ball joint rivets with a drill.
4. Use an 8mm drill to drill out rivets (5/16").
5. Use a 12mm drill to enlarge the hole (31/64 inches).
6. Remove any remaining lint from the suspension arm.
7. Remove the ball joint from the suspension arm. Note the position of the ball joint for reassembly.
Assembly order
Important: The suspension arm must be clean and free of dirt.
1. Install the ball joint on the suspension arm in accordance with the original position.
Important:
- Use only the fasteners supplied with the new ball joint.
- The bolts must be installed with the bolt heads on top of the ball joint.
2. Install the ball joint to suspension arm bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts and nuts to a torque of 68 Nm (50 lb-ft).
3. Install the front suspension arm. See section in this part «Front suspension arm».