How do you remove the lower ball joint on a Honda CR-V?
Honda CR-V: Lower Ball Joint Replacement
- Remove the front wheel.
- Remove the flange bolt and flange nuts from the lower arm (A).
- Disconnect the lower ball joint (E) from the lower arm.
- Remove the lock pin (A) from the lower ball joint pin (B) them remove the castle nut (C).
- Install the ball joint thread protector (D).
Can you replace the lower ball joint on a Honda?
This is a safety issue. Replacing the ball joint requires complete removal of the front steering knuckle. It is held in by the upper and lower ball joints, tie rod, CV axle as well as the brakes and ABS wire. Be careful not to damage the ABS wire when removing the knuckle, they often get rusted in.
What happens when the lower ball joint breaks?
The lower ball joint on this setup is load bearing, which causes it to wear out frequently. The results can be catastrophic when the ball joint breaks, with the wheel pushed back under the fender, and the possibility of the driver losing control, crashing and dying.
When to replace the lower control arm ball joint?
Pay attention to where the lower ball joint meets the lower control arm. If there is slight play, the ball joint is worn and should be replaced. This is a safety issue. Replacing the ball joint requires complete removal of the front steering knuckle.
How to remove a lower ball joint from a Honda CRV?
Please try again later. Honda CR-V, how to remove a lower ball joint from the control arm, when disassembling the front end of a vehicle to replace a suspension part, you need to release the tapered end of the balljoint, or tie rod end from the control arm, here is an easy way to do it without any special tools. Loading…
Where is the ball joint in a Honda?
Ball (Lower) The Ball joint connects the control arm and the suspension in your Honda car. For most vehicles, there are upper and lower ball joints in the front suspension.
How is a lower ball joint replacement done?
A new ball joint from Mevotech Original Grade was used as a replacement. The knuckle is then replaced onto the car, tying into the upper and lower control arms, CV axle and tie rod. The ABS wire and brake caliper are then replaced. New Mevotech stabilizer links and brakes were also added to this vehicle.
The lower ball joint on this setup is load bearing, which causes it to wear out frequently. The results can be catastrophic when the ball joint breaks, with the wheel pushed back under the fender, and the possibility of the driver losing control, crashing and dying.