Can a ball joint be replace without replacing control arm?
Some ball joints can be replaced independently of the control arm, but not an easy DIY (need a press to get the ball joint out)! If this is going to be a DIY, change the entire control arm. Some ball joints can be replaced independently of the control arm, but not an easy DIY (need a press to get the ball joint out)!
What is the warranty on ball joints?
Ball joints are not considered a wear and tear item like brakes or windshield wipers, which means most extended warranty policies will cover them, assuming they aren’t damaged because of negligence, or an act of nature that you can’t control.
How to replace ball joints and control arms?
Pinch bolt securing upper control arm shown. Spray the pinch bolt with WD-40 or PB Blaster, and let soak before you try to remove. To service the upper control arms more easily, the entire shock assembly will need to be removed. One large through bolt holds it to the lower control arm. Use breaker bar or impact gun to free the nut on large bolt.
How to replace ball joints and control arms in Audi Q5?
Spray the pinch bolt with WD-40 or PB Blaster, and let soak before you try to remove. To service the upper control arms more easily, the entire shock assembly will need to be removed. One large through bolt holds it to the lower control arm. Use breaker bar or impact gun to free the nut on large bolt.
How to replace lower ball joint on Chevy Silverado?
This video outlines the complete process of removal and replacement of the upper control arm and lower ball joint on a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD 4X4 with torsion bar front suspension. The process is similar on many GM trucks and includes tips and tricks to help make the job easy and do it right. The entire process was unedited for time.
What can I use to replace a bad control arm?
Rubber replacements will restore factory ride quality and reduce vibration but provide no improvement over the originals; fine for a commuter. The materials used in aftermarket bushings vary from Delrin to Polyurethane or Heim-style joints to Kevlar infused poly.
How to replace upper control arm ball joint?
Upper Ball Joint Replacement. This video will show you how to replace the Upper Control Arm Ball Joint on a Chevy Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, etc. Replacing a ball joint is fast and easy and can be done with basic hand tools and a ball joint press you can rent for free at your local parts store.
Can a ball joint be replaced on a Mercedes Benz?
Some of the Mercedes-Benz upper control arms have the ball joint as part of the control and it can not be replaced. Mercedes-Benz improved the design over the years allowing the upper ball joint to be easily removed from the control arm by removing three bolts.
How do you remove a nut from a ball joint?
Remove the nut on the bottom of the upper ball joint using a wrench. Separate the ball joint using the ball joint separator tool. Insert the tool between the spindle and the upper control arm and hit it with a hammer until it comes loose from the spindle.
Can a worn out ball joint be repaired?
A worn out ball joint should be repaired as soon as possible. It can cause that the ball joint to separate thus detaching the ball joint from the knuckle. On step four of the instructions above, you will see that a worn upper ball joint that has exceive play.