1.Fit For:
For TOYOTA TACOMA 1995 - 2004 All 2WD Models (Excluding Pre Runner)
2.Kit Part Includes
1x Front Left Upper Ball Joint - K90256
1x Front Right Upper Ball Joint - K90257
3.Note
Although some parts have grease fittings, other parts are factory sealed, but do not affect the fit and quality of the parts.
Please check above compatibility list to make sure it fits your vehicle.
Ball Joint
Suspension joints are integrated into the control arms, pressed-in or flange-mounted. Alternatively, they can be pressed or screwed into the wheel carrier. A distinction is made between guide and suspension joints for passenger cars, vans and light commercial vehicles. While the guide joint generally transmits only longitudinal and lateral forces with a low proportion of vertical forces, the vehicle weight is additionally supported by the support joint.
The most important wheel suspension designs include (wheel) suspension ball joints, supporting joints and cross-axis joints. These ball joints connect the wheel suspension control arms with the wheel carrier and, consequently, with the wheel.
While the suspension ball joint usually only transfers longitudinal and lateral forces with a low amount of vertical forces, the supporting joint also supports the vehicle weight (axial spring and damper forces).
In terms of design, the suspension ball joints and the supporting joints are only marginally different from one another. The supporting joint is located on the opposite side of the suspension ball joint, assembled in the steering knuckle. It absorbs forces in all directions and can be installed in a suspended or vertical manner. The ball joint housing is usually attached in the control arm and the ball stud is usually attached on the inside of the steering knuckle via its conical taper or a cylindrical dog point. Advantage: This mounting is maintenance-free.
Ball Joint Replacement Guideline:
If there is a knocking or clunking noise in the area of the front axle when the car is traveling over road bumps, potholes or curbs, then there is usually a defect in a component of the wheel suspension.
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The side of the front axle from which the (vibration) noise is emanating can already be determined during a test drive. The type of noise also already provides certain indications for maintenance regarding which components might be faulty.
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1.Raise the vehicle and remove the front wheels.
2.To loosen the fastening screws and fixing nuts of the compression ball joint more easily, spray them with rust remover and allow to act for a few minutes.
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3.Loosen the fastening screws of the broken ball joint on the control arm and remove the nuts.
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4.Loosen and remove the fixing nut of the ball joint on the steering knuckle.
Tip:If the ball stud rotates, hold the ball stud in place with a hexagon socket.
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5.Remove the bad or worn ball joint from the control arm.
6.Loosen the compression ball joint on the steering knuckle using a suitable special tool.
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7.Clean the cone connection.
Tip:For better sealing and durability of the ball joint sleeve, a little silicone grease can be applied to the contact surface.
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8.Insert new compression ball joint in the control arm and steering knuckle and tighten with new fixing nuts.
9.Reinstall front wheels. Lower the vehicle and tighten the wheel studs to the tightening torque specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
10.Measure the chassis and adjust it using the various holes on the compression ball joint if necessary.
11.Finally, carry out a test drive.
