User manual CHICAGO 4065

[. . . ] When not in use, tools and equipment should be stored in a dry location to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and equipment, and keep out of reach of children. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS. Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgement or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. [. . . ] Do not use the Ball Joint Kit even if minor damage appears. MAKE SURE TO READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AS OUTLINED IN THE MANUFACTURER'S MANUAL FOR THE VEHICLE YOU ARE SERVICING. Always use the vehicle manufacturer's recommended ball joint press points. Make sure there is adequate surrounding workspace. Always keep the work area free of obstructions, grease, oil, trash, and other debris. 3. 4. 5. 6. UNPACKING When unpacking, check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts List and Assembly Diagram (page 9) are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 1. The Ball Joint Kit is designed for use on all cars and light trucks that have press-fit type ball joints, and typically will help the user remove and install ball joints without the need to remove the control arm from the vehicle. NOTE: Some cars and light trucks may have the upper ball joint spot-welded to the control arm. The weld must be cut before attempting to remove the ball joint. PAGE 4 2. SKU 04065 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: For additional references to the parts listed below, refer to the Assembly Diagram (page 9). CAUTION: ALWAYS refer to the vehicle manufacturer's service and repair manual for instructions on preparing the ball joint for removal from a specific make/model vehicle. The following instructions are intended as general guidelines only and not intended for any one specific make/model vehicle. To Remove A Ball Joint: 1. Assemble the Ball Joint Press (part #1) over the vehicle's control arm. Select the correct size Receiving Tube (parts #3, #4, #5), and position it under the vehicle's ball joint. Place the Remove Adapter (part #7) between the Receiving Tube and the Jackscrew (part #2). Then, place the Install Adapter (part #6) between the top of the ball joint and the Ball Joint Press. (See Figure A. ) Tighten the Jackscrew (part #2) until the Receiving Tube (parts #3, #4, #5) contacts the vehicle's control arm. (See Figure A. ) Check the alignment of all the Ball Joint Kit parts, and continue tightening the Jackscrew (part #2) until the vehicle's ball joint is removed. (See Figure A. ) 2. 3. INSTALL ADAPTER (#6) BALL JOINT BALL JOINT PRESS (#1) CONTROL ARM RECEIVING TUBE (#3, #4, #5) REMOVE ADAPTER (#7) JACKSCREW (#2) FIGURE A SKU 04065 PAGE 5 To Install A Ball Joint: 1. Clean the vehicle's control arm, and coat the inside diameter of the control arm with a light lubricant. (See Figure B. ) Insert the replacement ball joint as straight as possible into the vehicle's control arm. (See Figure B. ) Assemble the Ball Joint Press (part #1) over the vehicle's control arm. [. . . ] THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO. PARTS LIST Part # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Ball Joint Press Jackscrew Receiving Tube (2-1/4 L 2. 723 I. D. 3 O. D. ) Receiving Tube (1-3/4 L 2-1/4 I. D. 2-1/2 O. D. ) Receiving Tube (1-3/4 L 1-3/4 I. D. 2 O. D. ) Install Adapter (1. 122 L 0. 941 I. D. [. . . ]