How to carry out replacement: Suspension Ball Joint 1.7 D Opel Combo B
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How to change front ball joint on OPEL COMBO (71_) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: ball joint – OPEL COMBO (71_). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 18
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Crow bar
Hammer
Flat chisel
Rubber mallet
Ball joint puller
Wheel chock
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Replacement: ball joint – OPEL COMBO (71_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right ball joints.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: ball joint – OPEL COMBO (71_). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: ball joint – OPEL COMBO (71_). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Clean the fastener that connects the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
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    Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 8
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    Remove the fastening bolt. Use a hammer.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the ball joint to the suspension control arm. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 10
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    Release the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a flat metal-working chisel. Use a hammer.
  10. Step 11
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    Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller.
  11. Step 12
    Disconnect the spherical joint from the arm.
    Step 13
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    Remove the ball joint.
  12. Step 14
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    Remove the fastening bolts (2 pieces). Use a flat screwdriver.
  13. Step 15
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    Clean the ball joint mounting seat. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  14. Step 16
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    Install the fastening bolts (2 pieces).
  15. Step 17
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    Install a new ball joint.
    Replacement: ball joint – OPEL COMBO (71_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Do not damage the ball joint cover.
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