depends on make model and year most cars u can just remove lower ball joint and leave top one attached if u tell me make model and year i can tell u what needs to be removed
on the upper ball joints just remove the four bolts on the upper control arm and use a picker fork to remove the balljoint from the steering knuckle. for the lower ball joints you have to remove the axle then repeat the same steps for the uppers
do not remove strut bolts instead take lower balljoint loose ,take axle nut loose pulling spindle out as you push in on axle, then pry axle out of trans
Before jacking up the car, install Saab spacer tool between the upper control arm and the body. This is important as it preserves a usable angle to remove the axle.Jack up the car and support it on jack stands.Remove wheel, remove brake caliper, remove center axle nut, disconnect the tie rod end, remove upper and lower ball joints from A-arms. Remove hub assembly from the car.Loosen clamp on inner boot. You should now be able to remove the axle.Outer CV joints can be replaced on the axle. Remove the boot, then remove the circlip holding the CV joint to the axle shaft.Use a new boot and new grease when replacing the CV joint.
To replace the CV joints on a Buick Century, you'll first need to lift the vehicle and remove the front wheel for access. Next, detach the axle nut and remove the lower control arm or tie rod end to free the axle from the hub. Afterward, you can pull the axle out of the transmission and replace the CV joints, reassembling in the reverse order. Make sure to use new axle nuts and torque them to the manufacturer’s specifications for safety.
How do you get the axle out to change the boots on the cv joints
To change the CV joints on a 1997 Mazda 626, first, lift the vehicle and remove the front wheels. Then, disconnect the lower ball joint and remove the axle nut to free the axle from the hub. Slide the axle out of the transmission, and replace the CV joint or the entire axle as needed. Reassemble by reversing the steps, ensuring all components are securely fastened and torqued to specifications.
First you loosen the axle nut using a 34mm deep socket. then remove wheel. take brake caliper off then the upper and lower ball joints. then the spindle should come off.
is this rear wheel drive? RWD's don't have AXLE "joints"
The easiest way ive found to do it is take the castle nuts off of the upper and lower ball joints and tie rod end, remove the axle nut, use a ball joint separator on the upper, then the tie rod end, then the lower. pull the wheel speed sensor, and you've got it. The axle shaft should push straight through, and just a hint, tighten the nut a few threads onto the ball joint on the lower control arm so when it pops, you know its loose and it doesnt fall completely off.
To remove the CV joints on a 2006 Chevy Aveo, start by lifting the front of the vehicle and securing it on jack stands. Remove the wheel and brake components to access the axle. Disconnect the lower control arm and any retaining clips, then carefully pull the axle out of the transmission to free the CV joints. Ensure you follow all safety precautions and consult a repair manual for detailed steps specific to your model.
is it 2 wheel drive or 4 wheel drive? two wheel drive needs to be pressed out and a new joint pressed in. four wheel drive- some say to remove the drive axle, not necessary. with upper joint removed from upper control arm remove the spindle nut and remove spindle from rotor and steering knuckle (you may have to bang and pry very hard). with drive axle now mobile remove lower nut on ball joint. bang with pickle fork to release from lower control arm. remove upper four bolts or drill out rivots and replace with new ball joint.
To replace the CV joints on a 1996 Mazda 626, first, safely lift the vehicle and remove the front wheels. Disconnect the axle nut and detach the lower ball joint to free the axle from the hub assembly. Slide the old CV joint off the axle, then install the new CV joint by sliding it onto the axle and securing it with the retaining clip. Finally, reassemble the suspension components, reattach the wheels, and lower the vehicle.