How to replace the lower ball joint on Chevrolet Equinox?

Before installing the new joint on the lower Control Arm you must first remove the component and anchor it in either a vise or appropriate fixture. Drill through the Ball Joint rivets using an 8 mm drill bit and continue drilling through the hole with a 12 mm drill bit. Use a standard drill bit to clean the Control Arm then take out the Ball Joint and note its position while preparation for reinstallation. Set the replacement Ball Joint onto its clean Control Arm according to the marked position. You must recognize the two ball stud types present to apply the right nut torque since selecting the wrong torque will harm the ball stud. Stick to the hardware included with your new Ball Joint and install all bolts with their heads facing upwards. You must adjust the nut torque to 60 n.m (44 lb-ft) when dealing with the lower Control Arm ball stud nut that has a silver cup at its bottom while adjusting the nut torque to 40 n.m (30 lb-ft) for the lower Control Arm ball stud nut with a black and flat base. Afterward install the lower Control Arm back.

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Chevrolet Equinox Lower Ball Joint, Front Part Number: 19258791
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- Other Name: Stud Kit, Front Lower Control Arm Ball; Suspension Ball Joint; Ball Joint; Stud, Front Wheel Lower Control Arm
- Position: Front Lower
- Replaces: 25872808
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2010-2017 Chevrolet Equinox | L, LS, LT, LTZ, Premier | 4 Cyl 2.4 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Equinox Ball Joint Part Number: 88965333
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- Other Name: Stud Kit, Front Lower Control Arm Ball; Suspension Ball Joint; Lower Ball Joint; Stud Kit, Steering Knuckle Lower Control Arm Pivot; Stud Kit, Front Wheel Lower Control Arm
- Position: Front Lower
- Replaces: 88955451, 22157089
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2009 Chevrolet Equinox | LS, LT, LTZ, Sport | 6 Cyl 3.4 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS

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The Ball Joint of Chevrolet Equinox cars are imperative components in the suspension and steering systems of the cars where it links the control arms to the steering knuckles allowing free rotation in two planes but inhibiting translation. Usually, Equinox cars use upper and lower ball joints within their suspensions, and the upper ones normally act as the followers. Born of steel these eyebars have a bearing stud and socket with a rubber boot to shield from dirt and allow the passage of lubrication. Kingpin had earlier been used but has been replaced partly by ball joints where meeting of caster and camber can be adjusted significantly improving the behavior of the vehicle, stability and comfort of ride. Ball joint being one of the most significant constraints of this modern advancements is commonly manufactured as a sealed for life type that does not require frequent lubrication hence elongating the service interval.

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Q: How to replace the lower ball joint on Chevrolet Equinox?
A:
Before installing the new joint on the lower Control Arm you must first remove the component and anchor it in either a vise or appropriate fixture. Drill through the Ball Joint rivets using an 8 mm drill bit and continue drilling through the hole with a 12 mm drill bit. Use a standard drill bit to clean the Control Arm then take out the Ball Joint and note its position while preparation for reinstallation. Set the replacement Ball Joint onto its clean Control Arm according to the marked position. You must recognize the two ball stud types present to apply the right nut torque since selecting the wrong torque will harm the ball stud. Stick to the hardware included with your new Ball Joint and install all bolts with their heads facing upwards. You must adjust the nut torque to 60 n.m (44 lb-ft) when dealing with the lower Control Arm ball stud nut that has a silver cup at its bottom while adjusting the nut torque to 40 n.m (30 lb-ft) for the lower Control Arm ball stud nut with a black and flat base. Afterward install the lower Control Arm back.