Hotchkis 19108 Challenger RT Sport Coil Springs - Manual (Page 2)

3) Loosen the upper control arm ball joint bolt (do not remove yet). Apply some WD-40 or similar
penetrating lubricant to soak the tapered stud. Use a hammer to smack the control arm flat spot in
order to break loose the ball joint stud. Once loose, you may remove the ball joint nut. Do not let the
steering knuckle hang by the brake line. Use a wire or string to hold the knuckle up. Retain hardware
for reinstallation.
4)
Loosen and remove the lower shock bolt using a 18mm socket or wrench. Retain hardware for
reinstallation.
5)
Loosen and remove the bolt holding the sway bar end link to the shock using a 21mm wrench and a
10mm wrench for the stud end. Retain hardware for reinstallation.