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To replace the CV boots on a 2007 Cadillac Escalade, start by safely lifting the vehicle and removing the front wheels. Next, detach the axle from the hub and pull it out of the transmission or differential. Carefully remove the old CV boot clamps and the boot itself, then clean the CV joint and apply fresh grease. Finally, install the new boot, secure it with clamps, and reassemble the axle, ensuring all components are properly torqued before lowering the vehicle.
tires are out balance or may have bad cv joint
it has a solid front axle, therefore it has u joints, not cv joints found on independent front suspension(ifs) of GMs. CV joints are gonna be awful hard to install on a solid front end...
Most likely it is the front axle joint
Purchase a re-manufactured half-shaft from an auto parts store. The half-shaft comes complete ready to install with a new CV joint. You will spend almost as much for the CV joint kit alone and spend more frustrating time trying to rebuild the old half-shaft.
From: http://en.allexperts.com/q/Ford-780/Ball-Joint-Replacement.htm Ball Joint Replacement [Ford Van] Remove the brake disc. Remove the wheel speed sensor. For additional information, refer to Section 206-09. Remove and discard the cotter pin and nut. Disconnect the tie-rod end. Remove and discard the cotter pin and the nut. Remove the pinch bolt adjuster. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the ball joint seal and the ball joint socket, do not use a pickle fork-type remover to loosen the ball joints. Remove the front wheel spindle. Strike the lower end of the front axle to loosen the ball joint. Remove the front wheel spindle. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Check and, if necessary, align the front end. Remove the wheel spindle assembly. For additional information, refer to Wheel Spindle - E150-E450 in this section. Position the front wheel spindle in a vise, and remove the snap ring from the lower ball joint. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the components, do not use heat to aid ball joint removal. Using the special tool and suitable receiver cup, remove the lower ball joint from the front wheel spindle. Using the special tool and suitable receiver cup, remove the upper ball joint. Installation CAUTION: To avoid damage to components, do not use heat to aid installation. NOTE: Clean the wheel knuckle ball joint bores. NOTE: The lower ball joint must be installed first. Using the special tool with suitable receiver cups, install the lower ball joint. Using the special tool with suitable receiver cups, install the upper ball joint. Install the snap ring in the groove at the bottom of the ball joint. Install the front wheel spindle.
To remove the front CV joint on a 2002 Chevy Tracker, start by safely lifting the vehicle and removing the front wheel. Next, detach the axle nut after removing the brake caliper and rotor. Then, use a pry bar to pop the CV joint out of the transmission or differential, taking care to support the assembly as you pull it out. Finally, reverse the process to install the new CV joint, ensuring all components are properly secured.
To replace the front lower right ball joint on a 1989 Corolla GT, start by safely lifting the vehicle and removing the front wheel. Then, disconnect the lower control arm by removing the bolts and nuts securing it in place. Next, use a ball joint separator to detach the old ball joint from the steering knuckle, and then install the new ball joint by reversing the process. Finally, ensure all components are properly torqued, reattach the wheel, and lower the vehicle.
To change the front universal joint on a 1997 Yamaha Kodiak ATV, first, remove the front differential cover and drain the fluid. Next, disconnect the driveshaft from the differential and remove any retaining clips or bolts securing the universal joint. Use a press or a specialized tool to remove the old joint and install the new one, ensuring proper alignment. Finally, reassemble the driveshaft and differential, refill the fluid, and check for proper operation.
To replace the front CV joint on a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500, start by safely lifting the vehicle and removing the front wheel. Next, disconnect the axle nut, remove the lower control arm, and detach the CV axle from the differential. After extracting the old CV joint, install the new joint by reversing the disassembly steps, ensuring all components are tightened to the manufacturer’s specifications. Finally, reattach the wheel and lower the vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel. Remove the brake assembly and rotor. Remove the ball joint retaining nut. Pound the ball joint out with a hammer. Reverse the process to install the new ball joint.