How to Replace Front Upper Ball Joint 1997-2004 Dodge Dakota

How to Replace Front Upper Ball Joint 1997-2004 Dodge Dakota

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Modern suspensions combine a number of moving parts for safe and stable handling. The ball joint is the crucial moving component that ties those parts together. The ball-in-socket joint can wear out and loosen over time. Or, the rubber protective boot can tear, allowing contaminants to seize the joint. Bad ball joints are a common failure point on vehicle inspections because they lead to unsafe driving conditions. Fortunately, they are relatively easy to replace with the right know-how. This video shows you how to install new, quality TRQ ball joints on your 1997-2004 Dodge Dakota.

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This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
1997 Dodge Dakota
1998 Dodge Dakota
1999 Dodge Dakota
2000 Dodge Dakota
2001 Dodge Dakota
2002 Dodge Dakota
2003 Dodge Dakota
2004 Dodge Dakota

Tools you will need:
• Pry Bar http://1aau.to/oFu/1AXAA00020
• 17mm Wrench http://1aau.to/oHP/1AXAA00010
• 22mm Wrench
• 13mm Socket http://1aau.to/oaTk/1AXAA00015
• 15mm Socket http://1aau.to/oaTk/1AXAA00015
• 19mm Socket http://1aau.to/oWs/1AXAA00043
• 22mm Socket http://1aau.to/ojf/1AXAA00266
• Brake Caliper Hanger http://1aau.to/ofs/1AXAA00084
• Pickle Fork
• Straight Cutters
• 3/8 Inch Air Impact Gun
• Air Chisel http://1aau.to/oaG/1AXAA00270
• Socket Driver
• Swivel
• Torque Wrench http://1aau.to/oaeW/1AXAA00044
• Rust Penetrant
• 7mm Hex Socket
• Floor Jack http://1aau.to/oLG/1AXAA00068
• Hammer http://1aau.to/oIs/1AXAA00091
• Jack Stands http://1aau.to/oI6/1AXAA00065
• Wheel Chocks
• Wire Brush http://1aau.to/ooq/1AXAA00079

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NXTLVL Creations says:

If they are riveted… just buy a whole new arm and save you the trouble. Only another $50. That way you have new bushings at the frame too pre-pressed and the ball joints installed

Sean Mackidd says:

Why did she have to take the brake off?

Barry Byrd says:

I'm attempting to replace my upper control arm on my 2002 Dodge Dakota. I accidentally pushed the cover on the ball joint up to where its displaced. Is there anyone who can tell me how to get that back down and put that clamp back on.

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