Can you replace a ball joint yourself?
Recognizable for a knocking sound in the wheel well as you execute a turn, fixing old ball joints is an important part of keeping your vehicle road-safe. You can do it yourself for the price of the parts and the right approach.
Can you replace the lower ball joint on a Honda Accord?
Here’s how to replace the lower ball joints on a Honda Accord with double wishbone front suspension. A double wishbone front suspension consists of a coil over strut and steering knuckle tied together with upper and lower control arms. The lower ball joint on this setup is load bearing, which causes it to wear out frequently.
How do you jack up a Honda Accord?
(Related Article: How to Jack Up Your Accord – Honda-Tech.com) Although you can replace the lower ball joint without removing the brakes and rotor, you may want to remove them anyway. Use the needle nose pliers to take the cotter pin out of the axle nut, then loosen the CV axle nut. Remove the lug nuts and the wheel.
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.
Where are the ball joints on a Chevy Silverado?
Keep in mind: Depending on the suspension design, ball joints can be found either in the front or the rear. The vehicle may need to be taken to a shop for wheel alignment after this service.
How do you change the lower ball joint on a Honda Accord?
by Nathaniel Miller. Changing the lower ball joint on a Honda Accord requires using a special press tool and a large machinist vise. The lower ball joints are the only units that can be replaced separately on the Accord. If you find that your Honda also needs upper ball joints, you must replace the entire upper control arm assembly.
(Related Article: How to Jack Up Your Accord – Honda-Tech.com) Although you can replace the lower ball joint without removing the brakes and rotor, you may want to remove them anyway. Use the needle nose pliers to take the cotter pin out of the axle nut, then loosen the CV axle nut. Remove the lug nuts and the wheel.
Keep in mind: Depending on the suspension design, ball joints can be found either in the front or the rear. The vehicle may need to be taken to a shop for wheel alignment after this service.
Where are the ball joints on an Acura TL?
Depending on the suspension design, ball joints can be found either in the front or the rear. The vehicle may need to be taken to a shop for wheel alignment after this service. Mobile mechanics do not have the machinery to align wheels. Remove the wheels. Remove the control arm (s). Remove and replace ball joints.