Suspension - Lower Ball-Joint
Taken from the 1007 Workshop Manual - this only works if there is no corrosion present!
If there is any corrosion the balljoint will be very difficult to separate from the hub: return to this page
1. Special tools
[1] pivot ball-joint uncoupling lever
2. Removing
Lift and support the vehicle with front wheels suspended
Remove:
* The front wheel
* Hub carrier lower balljoint nut (1)
Extract the wishbone balljoint from the pivot using the tool [1], taking care not to damage the balljoint boot with the chain of the tool [1]
Remove:
* Fasteners (2) (bottom ball-joint clamp)
* Pivot ball-joint
3. Refitting
Proceed in the reverse order to removal