CTA 4004 Ball Joint Service Kit with 4WD Adapters

CTA 4004 Ball Joint Service Kit with 4WD Adapters

• Contains press, 3 receiver tubes, installation, and removal adapters, plus 4WD adapters to service '67 thru current 1/2 and 3/4 ton vehicles with Dana 44 front axles
• Also services U-joints and heavy-duty truck brake anchor pins
• Ball Joint Service Set with 4WD Adapters
• Instructions
  • Removal
    • Remove the knuckle assembly from the vehicle according to the instructions in the service manual.
    • Note:
    • It may be necessary to remove the steering arm before servicing the upper ball joint on the left hand knuckle.
    • The lower ball joint must be removed before any service can be performed on the upper ball joint.
    • Remove the lower ball joint ring.
    • Assemble the ball joint press over the ball joint.
    • Turn the forcing screw until it meets the ball joint. Check the alignment of all components. Tighten the forcing screw until the ball joint is removed.
    • Repeat steps 3 & 4 to remove the upper ball joint.
  • Installation
    • Note: The lower ball joint must be installed before the upper ball joint.
    • Clean the knuckle and coat it with suitable lubricant.
    • Assemble the ball joint into the knuckle.
    • Assemble the ball joint press components. Check the alignment of all components. Tighten the forcing screw until the ball joint is firmly seated.
    • Install the snap ring on the lower ball joint.
    • Repeat steps 1-3 to install the upper ball joint.
    • Install the knuckle assembly to the vehicle according to the vehicle service manual procedures.