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      With the lower control arms
        back on, it is much easier to work on the ball joints. | 
    
    
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      Removing the lower ball joints
        requires a special tool. The tool fits over the ball joint and presses
        it out of the control arm. You can usually rent this tool from an auto
        parts store. Or if you are taking the control arms to a shop to press out
        the bushings, also have them remove the old ball joints and install the
        new ball joints. | 
    
    
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      Here is the tool in action, configured
        to remove the ball joint. The tool presses the ball joint out through
        the bottom of the control arm. | 
    
    
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      Once the lower ball joints are
        removed, carefully inspect the lower control arm for any damage. |