Tools Required

1. Remove the adjustment link retaining nut (1) and the link from the control arm (6).
2. Remove the spring. Refer to Coil Spring Replacement .
3. Remove the cotter pin (5) and the slotted hex nut (4) from the ball joint. Turn the nut over and install the nut with the flat portion facing upward. Do not tighten the nut.

Notice: Use only the recommended tools for separating the ball joint from the knuckle. Failure to use the recommended tools may cause damage to the ball joint and seal.

4. Using the J 34505 , separate the knuckle (3) from the ball stud. Remove the slotted hex nut (4).
5. Remove the control arm (6).

1. Position the control arm ball joint stud (6) in the knuckle boss (3).

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install a new slotted hex nut (4).

Tighten

1. Tighten the nut to 10 N·m (88 lb in).
2. Tighten the nut an additional four flats; torque should be 55 N·m (40 lb ft) minimum. It may be necessary to partially load the joint to keep the ball stud from rotating while the nut is being tightened.
3. Tighten the nut up to one more flat to align the slot with the cotter pin hole.
3. Install the cotter pin (5).
4. Install the spring. Refer to Coil Spring Replacement .
5. Connect the adjustment link to the control arm (6) with the retaining nut (1).

Tighten
Tighten the link retaining nut to 85 N·m (63 lb ft).

Important: The control arm nuts (1) should be tightened with the vehicle unsupported and resting on its wheels at the normal trim height. Failure to follow this procedure may adversely affect the ride and handling of the vehicle.

Tighten

•	Tighten the control arm nuts (1) to 115 N·m (85 lb ft). Optional torque: Tighten the control arm bolts (2) to 182 N·m (134 lb ft).

•	Tighten the stabilizer shaft link bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

6. Lubricate the ball joint and the adjustment link.