1999 Ford Taurus Ball Joint Replacement

1999 FORD TAURUS
112,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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BELVISOS
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I would like to replace the ball joints on my car. According to the service manual the lower ball joints can't be replaced without replacing the entire steering knuckle. The parts stores sell the lower ball joint seperately. Does that mean there really is a way to replace it? If not, can I just replace the upper ball joint (tie rod end) without doing the lower?

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Apr 10, 2008 at 2:56 AM
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FLEXY5
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On a taurus, there is no upper ball joint. It is a strut system. The lower ball joint has to be pressed out.
Apr 10, 2008 at 8:54 AM
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