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How to change front ball joint on OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.0 (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.2 S (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.3 S (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.4 S (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.5 D (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.5 TD (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.2 (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.3 i (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.4 i (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.4 Si (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.6 GSI (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.6 GSI (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.2 i (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.2 N (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.3 (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.6 GSI Cat (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.4 i (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.6 GSI (F08, M08, M68, F68) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.0 (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.2 S (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.3 S (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.4 S (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.5 D (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.5 TD (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.2 (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.3 i (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.4 i (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.4 Si (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.6 GSI (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.6 GSI (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.2 i (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.2 N (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.3 (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.6 GSI Cat (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.4 i (F08, M08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa A CC (S83) 1.6 GSI (F08, M08, M68, F68) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Suspension Ball Joint for Corsa A CC (S83) and other OPEL models
Ball Joint
Alternative products

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
Replacement: ball joint – OPEL CORSA A Hatchback (93_, 94_, 98_, 99_). 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 CORSA A Hatchback (93_, 94_, 98_, 99_). Use the following procedure:
- Step 1Secure the wheels with chocks.
- Step 2Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
- Step 3Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.Step 4Unscrew the wheel bolts.Replacement: ball joint – OPEL CORSA A Hatchback (93_, 94_, 98_, 99_). Tip:To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
- Step 5Remove the wheel.
- Step 6Clean the fastener that connects the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 7Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 8Remove the fastening bolt. Use a hammer.
- Step 9Unscrew 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.
- Step 10Release the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a flat metal-working chisel. Use a hammer.
- Step 11Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller.
- Step 12Disconnect the spherical joint from the arm.Step 13Remove the ball joint.
- Step 14Remove the fastening bolts (2 pieces). Use a flat screwdriver.
- Step 15Clean the ball joint mounting seat. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 16Install the fastening bolts (2 pieces).
- Step 17Install a new ball joint.Replacement: ball joint – OPEL CORSA A Hatchback (93_, 94_, 98_, 99_). AUTODOC experts recommend:Do not damage the ball joint cover.
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