How to Service and Repair a Ball Joint on a 4X2 (LD) Independent Front Suspension on 2008 Dodge Ram 3500?

Before servicing or repairing the ball joint on a 4X2 (LD) with independent front suspension, first remove the tire and wheel assembly. After that, remove the brake caliper and rotor. Take the tie rod out of the steering knuckle connection. Separate the upper ball joint from the knuckle by using Remover 9360. Remove the lower ball joint nut after that and pull the joint away from the steering knuckle with the use of puller 8677. You should use a generous coating of lubricant on the threaded parts of the tool to ensure it works well and will last while you are installing or disassembling it. At the end, push on the ball joint end of the lower control arm with tools 8836-6 (DRIVER), C-4212-F (PRESS) and 8692-2 (RECEIVER).

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2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Ball Joints, Front Lower Part Number: 5086674AC
$103.28 MSRP: $229.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Balljoint - Lower; Suspension Ball Joint, Front Lower; Suspension Ball Joint; Ball Joint; Lower Ball Joint
- Position: Front Lower
- Item Weight: 5.30 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 3.3 x 4.9 x 5.3 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 5086674AC
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Submodels:
- Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX4 | 10 Cyl 8.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 5.9 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Ball Joints, Front Upper Part Number: 68214646AA
$88.03 MSRP: $124.00
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- Other Name: Balljoint - Upper; Suspension Ball Joint, Front Upper; Telescopic Ball Joint; Upper Ball Joint; Upper Ball Joints; Ball Joint Kit Upper; Suspension Ball Joint; Ball Joint
- Position: Front Upper
- Replaces: 5086672AB, 5086672AC
- Item Weight: 1.90 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 3.3 x 4.9 x 5.2 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 68214646AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Submodels:
- Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX4 | 10 Cyl 8.0 L GAS, 5.7L V8, 5.9L L6, 6 Cyl 5.9 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 6.7L L6, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8.0L V10
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2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Upper Ball Joint, Front Part Number: 5174041AC
$63.71 MSRP: $140.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Balljoint - Upper Control Arm; Suspension Ball Joint, Front Upper; Suspension Ball Joint; Ball Joint; Upper Ball Joints
- Position: Front Upper
- Replaces: 5174041AA, 5174041AB
- Item Weight: 1.60 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 5.3 x 4.8 x 3.2 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 5174041AC
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Submodels:
- Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX4 | 5.7L V8, 5.9L L6, 6 Cyl 5.9 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 6.7L L6, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Lower Ball Joint, Front Part Number: 5170824AC
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Balljoint - Lower Control Arm; Suspension Ball Joint, Front Lower; Ball Joint Package Lower Control Arm; Suspension Ball Joint; Ball Joint
- Position: Front Lower
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 5170824AC
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Submodels:
- Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT | 6 Cyl 5.9 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS

2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Ball Joint Parts and Q&A

Q: How to Service and Repair a Ball Joint on a 4X2 (LD) Independent Front Suspension on 2008 Dodge Ram 3500?
A: Before servicing or repairing the ball joint on a 4X2 (LD) with independent front suspension, first remove the tire and wheel assembly. After that, remove the brake caliper and rotor. Take the tie rod out of the steering knuckle connection. Separate the upper ball joint from the knuckle by using Remover 9360. Remove the lower ball joint nut after that and pull the joint away from the steering knuckle with the use of puller 8677. You should use a generous coating of lubricant on the threaded parts of the tool to ensure it works well and will last while you are installing or disassembling it. At the end, push on the ball joint end of the lower control arm with tools 8836-6 (DRIVER), C-4212-F (PRESS) and 8692-2 (RECEIVER).