How much torque should a lower ball joint have?

How much torque should a lower ball joint have?

The upper and lower ball joint retaining bolts should be torqued to 17 lb ft. The upper ball joint castle nut should be 61 lb ft. The lower ball joint castle nut should be 79 lb ft.

Can you over torque a ball joint?

When replacing a ball joint, the stud nut must be torqued to the proper specification. Being too loose or over-torqued can lead to stud breakage and damage to the steering knuckle.

How much does it cost to press ball joints?

You will need equipment to jack up your car as well as the ball joint press itself. This can cost anywhere from around $75 to $250 but these tools are also available in AutoZone’s Loan-a-Tool Program. Remember that after any suspension or steering parts are replaced, you will need to re-align the vehicle.

What is the torque for tie rod ends?

Reassemble outer tie rod end to spindle tighten outer tie rod end nut to 36 ft. -lbs. (49 N-M). Do not turn nut more than 1/6 turn beyond the specified torque.

Does a ball joint have to be pressed in?

Separate the ball joint from the lower control arm with your ball joint separator. You can operate the tool with a socket wrench, using an appropriately sized socket. Remove the axle press with the socket wrench. Remove the knuckle and the strut assembly out so your press can access the ball joint.

How hard is it to change ball joints?

Ball joint replacement is not straightforward, as they can be very tricky to access and install – especially with age and rust. On some cars, the ball joint is integrated into the control arm. If you’re not familiar with the suspension and wheel assembly, it’s best to visit a garage for a professional check.

Can you over tighten tie rods?

Don’t over tighten your Tie Rod Ends!

How do you fix a broken ball joint with a press?

Grab a ball joint press kit and put the press onto the ball joint that is damaged or broken. Step 9: Press out the ball joint. Use a 320 grit emery cloth and clean out the bore where the ball joint was pressed into. Wipe out the bore clean with a lint free cloth.

What is a ball joint press used for?

A ball joint press is used to remove the ball joints from a control arm that was pressed in from the manufacturer. Most aftermarket ball joints are bolt-on designs that replace the pressed-in ball joint. There are some aftermarket ball joints that are similar to the original manufactured equipment that is pressed in.

What is a compression ball joint?

The compression ball joint is where the control arm is attached underneath the hub. When the weight of the vehicle is placed onto the hub, the hub is always trying to pry apart the ball joint. This type of ball joint is good, however, in the event that the joint fails, the control arm will separate from the hub making the vehicle not operational.

What happens if a ball joint fails on a wheel?

Lower ball joints will usually keep the wheel and control arm intact if the joint fails, unless the ball joint is a decompression joint. Upper ball joints will make the tire fall inward or outward and change the alignment of the hub location. Step 1: Get a flashlight and check the condition of the ball joint.