OEM Buick Terraza Ball Joint

Buick Terraza Ball Joint Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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  Q: How to replace the lower ball joint on Buick Terraza?

  A: Placing the lower Control Arm into a vice is the first step before replacing the lower Ball Joint. First use a drill or grinder to take off the ball stud rivet heads before using a hammer and a drift punch to pull out the lower Control Arm rivets and remove the ball stud. During installation connect the ball stud to the lower Control Arm while making certain the new ball stud bolts point downwards towards the ball stud. It is important to note that this is a prevailing torque type fastener, which may be reused only if the fastener and its counterpart are clean and free from rust, and if the fastener develops 2 nm (18 inch lbs.) a prevailing torque/drag value must measure 2 nm (18 inch lbs.) between the ball stud and its mating component before installation. Maintenance professionals must replace fasteners when they do not meet specified criteria. Install the new ball stud nuts and tighten them to 68 nm (50 ft. Lbs.)you should replace the lower Control Arm afterwards.