Removing and installing the front ball joint (Escort 4)

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Fastening the ball joint in the steering knuckle



1 – ball joint; 2 – steering knuckle; 3 – clamping bolt; 4 – ball joint axis

1 – ball joint; 2 – steering knuckle; 3 – clamping bolt; 4 – ball joint axis


Removal



1. Raise the front of the car.

2. Unscrew the nut of the ball joint clamp bolt, while holding the bolt from turning.

3. Unscrew the two bolts securing the ball joint to the lever.

4. Remove the ball joint from the steering knuckle.

Installation



1. Install the ball joint on the wishbone and tighten the bolts without tightening them completely.

2. Install the ball joint into the steering knuckle, insert the bolt and tighten the nut.

3. Tighten the bolts securing the support to the lever.

4. Lower the car.


[The text was obtained in its entirety from the specified website: FORDBOOK.ru]






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