If checking the hinge reveals the need to replace it, replace it
You will need: wrenches "for 13", "for 22" (two), wrench for wheel nuts, support (screw or hydraulic jack), metal brush, mounting spatula, hammer.
Remove the wheel.
With a 22 head, unscrew the nut of the ball joint pin
Remove the brake hose bracket
Install the stop under the lower arm
Using a 13 wrench, unscrew the nut of the ball joint bolt to the upper arm, holding the bolt from turning with a 13 wrench
We also unscrew the nuts of the other two bolts
We take out the bolts and remove the steering knuckle with a ball joint from the upper arm
Using a puller, press the ball joint pin out of the steering knuckle hole
Remove the ball joint
If there is no puller, unscrew the ball joint pin nut and remove the brake hose bracket as described above.
We compress the suspension spring with an adjustable stop installed under the lower arm.
Insert a block of wood between the upper arm and cross member bracket
Baiting the nut of the ball joint pin
Remove the stop from under the lower arm
We strike the steering knuckle eye with a hammer and press the ball joint pin out of the steering knuckle hole
Unscrew the support pin nut
Using a 13 wrench, unscrew the nuts of the three bolts securing the ball joint to the upper arm, holding the bolt from turning with a 13 wrench
Remove the ball joint
Install the ball joint in reverse order
If you removed the hinge only to replace the protective cover, check the condition of the hinge by turning the ball pin by hand.
Free movement of the finger or its sticking is not allowed.
Install the new hinge or new boot in the reverse order of removal.
After replacing the hinge, check and, if necessary, adjust the wheel alignment