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Raise this corner of the vehicle at the frame.
Remove the wheel and support the lower control arm.
Remove brake caliper and rotor.
Unplug ABS sensor if so equipped.
If T-10 (4WD) not S-10 (RWD):
Remove CV axle nut at hub.
Loosen upper ball joint nut.
Separate upper ball joint from spindle using large hammer to knuckle or ball-joint fork.
Remove upper ball joint nut, then push upper control arm up away from spindle.
Loosen lower ball joint nut, then separate from spindle.
Remove lower ball joint nut.
If T-10: lower spindle and remove from vehicle.
If S-10: raise lower control arm enough to give you working room.
Use a drill or chisel or grinder to remove four rivets holding ball joint to control arm.
Secure new joint to control arm using supplied hardened steel bolts and nuts and lock washers.
Continue reassembly as reverse of disassembly.
Align wheels, as the alignment is now incorrect.
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