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Lower Ball Joint (Eldorado)

Raise vehicle and position stands under lower control arms. Clamp self-locking pliers on hub to drive axle nut so pliers are in horizontal position. Using a suitable stand, mount a dial indicator so indicator is horizontal and contacting pliers. Place pry bar between lower control arm and drive axle outer race, then pry down on bar.

CAUTION: Do not contact drive axle seal with pry bar or seal may become damaged internally.

If reading on dial indicator exceeds 0.125", replace ball joint.