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Ball joint removal on a 1997 V8 Grand Cherokee

Tiny
JOCELYN
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  • 1997 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO
I have a grand cherokee with 286,000+ miles that had the upper ball joint replaced less that 2 years ago. I am trying to do it myself but am unable to figure out how to detach the axle to remove the ball joint. Can you give me some advice?
Thursday, July 26th, 2007 AT 9:05 PM

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Tiny
DPWD23
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When you remove the wheel, you will see three bolts that hold the hub to the steering knuckle. Remove those and pull the whole thing out. This will let you move the knuckle further. Remove the tie rod end, being careful not to mess it up. Then remove the knuckle from the ball joints. You will likely destroy both of them getting the knuckle to come off, so be prepaired to replace both upper and lower, they are fairy cheap.
I know it's close quarters, but you will have to work in the wheel well with the ball joint press, unless you want a TON of extra work to do. A good 3lb hammer comes in handy to beat the crap out of it while pressing it out.
When you are pressing the new one in, be sure to use the proper cup.
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