Dodge Nitro. Manual — part 924

Fig. 35: Removing Lower Ball Joint
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7. Press the ball joint from the lower control arm (3) using special tools C-4212-F (PRESS) (1), C-4212-3

(Driver) (2) and 9654-3 (Receiver) (4).

INSTALLATION

LOWER BALL JOINT

NOTE:

Extreme pressure lubrication must be used on the threaded portions of the
tool. This will increase the longevity of the tool and insure proper
operation during the removal and installation process.

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Fig. 36: Installing Lower Ball Joint
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1. Install the ball joint (4) into the control arm (3) and press in using special tools C-4212-F (press) (1),

1 - C-4212-F PRESS
2 - 9654-2 RECEIVER
3 - LOWER CONTROL ARM
4 - BALL JOINT
5 - 9654-1 DRIVER

NOTE:

Extreme pressure lubrication must be used on the threaded portions of the tool.
This will increase the longevity of the tool and insure proper operation during
the removal and installation process.

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9654-1 (Driver) (5) and 9654-2 (Receiver) (2).

2. Stake the ball joint flange in four evenly spaced places around the ball joint flange, using a chisel and

hammer.

3. Install the steering knuckle. See INSTALLATION.

4. Install the tie rod end into the steering knuckle. Refer to INSTALLATION .

5. Install and tighten the halfshaft nut to 136 N.m (100 ft. lbs.). (If Equipped).

6. Install the brake caliper and rotor. Refer to INSTALLATION .

7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

8. Check the vehicle ride height. See STANDARD PROCEDURE.

9. Perform a wheel alignment. See STANDARD PROCEDURE.

LOWER CONTROL ARM

REMOVAL

LOWER CONTROL ARM

1. Raise and support the vehicle.

2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.

Fig. 37: Stabilizer Bar
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3. Remove the stabilizer bar link (2). See REMOVAL.

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Fig. 38: Clevis Bracket
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4. Remove the shock absorber lower clevis bolt (4). See REMOVAL.

Fig. 39: Lower Ball Joint Separation
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5. Remove the lower ball joint nut (2). Separate ball joint from the steering knuckle (1) with Remover 8677

(3).

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