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which ones? upper or lower?
Typically the squeaks in the front end mean you need to replace the ball joints. I recommend doing both upper and lower ball joints at the same time.
The upper ball joints must be replaced with the upper control arms but the lower ball joints can be replaced seperately. NOTE: THE BEST WAY TO GET THEM OUT IS TO KNOCK THEM OUT WITH A 3LB MINI SLEDGE HAMMER FROM AUTOZONE. According to my Haynes repair manual it states that 1995 and newer models upper and lower balljoints are not removable or serviceable. If a balljoint is damaged or worn, replace the control arm.
you dont they dont have grease zerks you have wait until they go out and then replace them with after market parts that have a place to install a zerk
ball joints upper and lower control arm
The front wheel hub on a 1999 Chevy Lumina is connected to several suspension components. Loosen and remove all the components including the lower and upper ball joints. Pull off the hub assembly and install the replacement.
Check your upper and lower ball joints, that's usually the culprit.
Two ball joints - one on each side.Until the advent of McPherson struts, there used to be upper and lower ball joints. The struts eliminate the uppers, so now there is only the lower.Note: ball joints on a 1996-1999 Taurus/Sable are a real bear of a job!See "Related Questions" below for more
"0" play in lower ball joints
Remove the wheel. Remove the brakes and drum. Remove the tie rod. Pound the ball joint out with a hammer. Reverse the process to install the new ball joints.
video to learn how to replace the engine gasket..upper & lower gasket for 1999 Monte Carlo.
Upper and lower ball joints (4). Inner and outer tie rod ends (4). Idler arm (2). Pitman arm (1).