Replacing a Lower Control Arm Ball Joint. Learn how to replace a lower ball joint by pressing it out of the control arm and pressing the new one back in. To watch the longer, in depth version, click the link below.
Press out a Ball Joint (In-depth): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZztbAShnlxw
Here is where to get the ball joint press: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0028QGT7W/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0028QGT7W&linkCode=as2&tag=chri0e2-20&linkId=55OXJOHOJHN44FAS
Torque Wrench I use: http://amzn.to/1N65Maz
Socket Set I use: http://amzn.to/1BlL0Tj
How to check your ball joints to see if they are bad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62bVn7E8gyk
In-Depth Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZztbAShnlxw
Upper Control Arm Replacement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7bOxQe_WhU
How To Press a Ball Joint: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37NgLM4tIzw
How to Change a Wheel Bearing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPs-QALECqs
Torque Specs are for my 2001 Mazda B3000
(each make and model will have different torque specs so check your service manual for proper torque specs.)
-Lower Ball Joint
83-113 ft-lbs and tighten to the next slot for the cotter pin (don't back the nut off)
-Upper Control Arm Ball Joint
35-46ft-lbs
-Caliper Bracket Bolts
85ft-lbs
Link to the part:
http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/sku/Moog/Ball_Joint/MOK8771T.html
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16 thoughts on “How to replace a lower ball joint short, quick version”
  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Osmar Ramirez says:

    Solo es para Ford, GM y Dodge?

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars James Self says:

    Chris ,have lower ball joint won't come out, tried heat, tappin on it, lube it, any idea? have removal tool.

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Rauno Haapala says:

    ball joint repair or replacement?🤔

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Paul Blouin says:

    Aero Kroil. That's my favorite penetrating oil.

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Commander Jank says:

    This video really helped me, though my all joints press the reverse way. The video enlightened me as to what I needed to do and what tool to use. Thanks.

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars michael salgado says:

    "These 'how-to videos' are a great learning tool.' By this time you should be familiar to the vocabulary spoken here.

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars wrathofscorpias says:

    Wrong video to ask but if im doing the upper and my springs have coil spacers in them can i remove my uppers without popping them out ?

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ramon Salchicha says:

    All you need is a hammer to bang it out an a floor jack to press is back in

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Official Obama says:

    Shut up about the rust belt. No one cares

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Novaguy says:

    Nice job. You have a new subscriber.

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Allie Mercado says:

    I am having trouble putting the new O-ring around the ball joint what did you use?

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Brodie Saunders says:

    Great tutorial!! But, be honest, did you forget to reconnect the abs? Lol

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Glebb 21 says:

    Thank U‼️

  14. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars DSiberia says:

    "hey guys this is a short summary video" still shows a way better video than 99/100 YT'ers…
    You're the man ChrisFix!!!!!!!

  15. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars David M says:

    Old boy was flexing on that axle nut! Nice tutorial as always, thanks & best wishes.

  16. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John says:

    THIS WAS SUCH A GREAT VIDEO! JUST MEAT AND POTATOES! NO FLUFF! STRAIGHT TO THE POINT! 👏

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