OEM 2009 Dodge Nitro Ball Joint

2009 Dodge Nitro Ball Joint Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to Install a Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint on 2009 Dodge Nitro?

  A: Applying heavy grease onto the threaded parts of the tool helps make the lower ball joint easier to handle during the procedure. Press the ball joint (4) to the control arm (3) using tools C-4212F (press) and 9654 (Driver and Receiver) situated as shown in the image. After that, use a chisel and hammer to secure the ball joint flange in four even locations all around it. Put the steering knuckle in place and add the tie rod end to it. Should the car have the halfshaft nut, tighten it to 136 Nm after you have installed it. Afterward, set up the rotor and the caliper. After tires and wheels have been changed, put in the old assembly. The next step is to examine the car's ride height and do a wheel alignment.