How to replace the Ball Joints?

2010 DODGE CHALLENGER

178,000 MILES • 3.5L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC

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My two ball joints are in rough shape and need replacing, how do i get them out? The ball joint removal kits come in different pcs. 5-, 6- and 8-piece kit. if i get the 5 in 1 kit which has Ball Joint Separator, Pitman Arm Puller, Tie Rod End Tool Set for Front End Service, Splitter Removal. would that be all i would need?

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Sep 25, 2022 at 11:06 PM

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Those ball joints are made into the arm, tie rod end etc. You need to replace the entire arm to service the ball joints.

Here is a guide to help you release the joint so you can get new arms and install them:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-release-a-ball-joint

Check out the images (below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

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Sep 28, 2022 at 7:20 PM