2004 Ford Explorer Replace Upper Lower Ball Joints

2004 FORD EXPLORER
120,000 MILES
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how to replace upper and lower ball joints
Feb 23, 2013 at 3:17 PM
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the upper control arms are usually replaced with the uppers on both sides.
the front axles will have to be removed to get to the lowers. then you need a press to press them out and in.

not reccomended for the driveway repair unless you have expierence.

Roy
Feb 23, 2013 at 6:43 PM
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