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NOTE: The upper A-arms can be removed without
removing the hub or knuckle. If the technician’s
objective is to remove the upper A-arms, proceed to
step 6.
WC240B
2. Remove the hub nut and Belleville washer securing
the hub.
WC304
3. Remove the brake caliper. Account for two cap
screws.
WC268A
4. Remove the hub assembly.
5. Remove the cotter pin and nut securing the tie rod end
to the knuckle; then remove the tie rod end from the
knuckle.
6. Remove and discard the cap screws securing the ball
joints to the knuckle.
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7. Tap the ball joints out of the knuckle; then remove the
knuckle.
8. Remove the lower shock absorber eyelet from the
lower A-arm.
9. Remove the brakeline hose routing clips from the
upper A-arm; then remove the cap screws securing the
A-arms to the frame.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean all A-arm components in parts-cleaning solvent.
2. Clean the ball joint mounting hole of all residual Loc-
tite, grease, oil, or dirt for installing purposes.
3. Inspect the A-arm for bends, cracks, and worn bush-
ings.
4. Inspect the ball joint mounting holes for cracks or
damage.
5. Inspect the frame mounts for signs of damage, wear,
or weldment damage.
INSTALLING
1. Apply Loctite Primer “T” to the A-arm socket; then
apply green Loctite #609 to the entire outside diame-
ter of the ball joint. Install the ball joint into the A-arm
and secure with the snap ring.
WC237
CAUTION
Support the knuckle when removing the cap screws or
damage to the threads will occur.