How to Replace Front Lower Ball Joint 06-11 Honda Civic

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1A Auto shows you how to repair, install, fix, change or replace loose, worn, or creaking ball joints. This video is applicable to the 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11 Honda Civic
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@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@jinavl Жыл бұрын

Video for a 2015 civic??

@thaik56 5 жыл бұрын

This is so convenient, no press or c-clamp needed! Props to Honda for making it easier for the 8th Gen Civic, the previous gen was such a hassle.

@mikea5205 2 жыл бұрын

I miss these types of videos with this guy.

@TechnicalEnglish101 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Well explained. Two thumbs up.

@IAmSeanElkins Жыл бұрын

Saved money with this DIY!!

@rejmonwilson 5 жыл бұрын

Best to get the ball joint, with grease fitting so you can service them in the future. Great video 😎

@omarG19100 6 жыл бұрын

good job guys

@juliusjones8285 5 жыл бұрын

Just wondering if the si sedan is the same need new control arms and ball joints rehabbing front end. Thanks

@gabewalker8342 3 жыл бұрын

Is it easier to replace the control arms and ball joints at the same time? Is there a control arm video for this? Is there a particular order if I were to replace both control arms and ball joints?

@VicG_SpecIT 5 жыл бұрын

Very helpful and easy to do

@emanvlogs8124 5 жыл бұрын

did you have trouble getting the new ball joint in? seems to be very difficult

@stulego1 5 ай бұрын

Instead of a ball joint separator or pickle fork(I’m poor and stores closed rn), I used a big file and the jack to apply leverage. All you need is a little constant pressure on the top of the ball joint bolt and then repeatedly hit the casing with a hammer. (My file broke off at the end first time, so I applied less pressure second time and kept banging and then gave jack a little more pump, and alternated back and forth.)

@malyfe1992 2 жыл бұрын

Tk u guys !! Nice video

@vicbox1157 5 ай бұрын

Great video. How do I remove without snapping out cv axel ?

@davidcharles1601 5 жыл бұрын

Can those fit the 07 crv they look interchangeable

@jbmotorcoscotland1639 6 жыл бұрын

What is the make/model of the ball joint separator used here?

@Terences123 3 жыл бұрын

im having a problem having the brake drum closer to the control arm so i can connect it. i had two people trying to push and pull these two together but there's just not enough leeway any suggestions please!

@Allfather88 5 жыл бұрын

Should the ball joint not be dismantled from the lca before using the ball joint separator?

@m.m1048 5 жыл бұрын

Any link for ball joint separetor?

@rahjeabpalmer7539 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have the specific link to the ball joint separator that you used in the video

@la1negrita 3 жыл бұрын

Great!

@mariosegura6282 5 жыл бұрын

If you notice this video gets paused before the new ball joint is installed. That is because it is nearly impossible to install using this method . At first this video gave me confidence but after changing it like this it was definitely very difficult without removing the knuckle

@emanvlogs8124 5 жыл бұрын

were you able to do it without removing the knuckle?

@miguelangelgarcia1 4 жыл бұрын

I agree. It's possible but very difficult to reinstall. Definitely a 2 person job.

@ryanrobbins2728 4 жыл бұрын

It was hard as hell but I got it done

@timmothyames3296 2 жыл бұрын

I was able to do it with minor difficulty. Nut up buttercup

@wesleyreddy5990 4 жыл бұрын

Hi love the videos,is it possible to do a video to change the rack ends on honda civic 2006?

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Wesley Reddy We do not have a video for this repair right now, but we'll keep this request in mind for a future video! 1AAuto.com

@chriusjaiiwje7wins233 Жыл бұрын

Would this generally be the same for a 2013?

@TylertheGeek28 3 жыл бұрын

Would have liked to have seen a full control arm replacement done

@xenoh6480 2 ай бұрын

Would this be the same process on a 2017 civic sedan?

@vyhane 3 жыл бұрын

I'm using an oem ball joint separator (27308) for my 06 civic si and it's not fitting as easily due to the axle. Is there a particular ball joint separator you are using?

@austinl3625 Жыл бұрын

Hey Richard How did you end up separating the ball joint if the separator was too thick?

@marianluc6235 6 жыл бұрын

Nicely done.is that ball joint oem or aftermarket?

@1AAuto 6 жыл бұрын

+Marian Luc It is an aftermarket ball joint that we carry. Here is a link to them on our website. www.1aauto.com/2006-11-honda-civic-ball-joint/i/1asbj00301?KZfaq&CTA+Comment&YEyZ3zg2A

@MerohDIY Жыл бұрын

Do you need to press the new ball joint in place? Or is it enough to tighten the nut to the right torque?

@101vids2 Жыл бұрын

Just tighten it to 45 ft lb and you should be good

@milmascaras5399 Жыл бұрын

This ball joints have the sides left and right or is the same or not thanks

@Fifthcell 4 жыл бұрын

What is the size of the cotter pin?

@kriXoff75 11 ай бұрын

Where is the link for the extractor ball joint you did use? There is no link for in description. Thank you.

@edsyfi1812 5 жыл бұрын

I end up stripping the center nut :( cant get it out now. Used 17 with a breaker bar.

@pedromolina3066 4 ай бұрын

Both ball joins is the same ? I need left and right

@jonathanwyble4227 5 жыл бұрын

If you are going to do this at home in your garage or driveway, start spraying the fasteners with penetrant daily for a few days prior to the job. Kudos to Honda for the bolt-on design. But the upward-facing castle nut is questionable.

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this helpful suggestion! Please let us know if any questions occur to you. +Jonathan Wyble

@jonathanwyble4227 5 жыл бұрын

@@1AAuto Actually, when I went to do the job, I ended up using a pickle fork to separate the ball joint because in order to fit the tines of the lower part of my ball joint separator in, I would have needed to remove all of the braking components including the dust shield. A lot of mechanics will scoff at the idea of a pickle fork but I contend that if there is no plan to reuse the thing being separated, it is the fastest and most reliable way the separate the joint.

@IMiss_The90s 4 жыл бұрын

It's $50 for a new ball joint or $80 for the entire LCA and Ball Joint. So I just replaced the entire thing. Both sides. 2012

@unsilentmajority1684 4 жыл бұрын

How did you work around the stabilizer bar?

@cambassplayer666 6 жыл бұрын

Is a front end alignment necessary after this job?.

@1AAuto 6 жыл бұрын

+camram You should not have to get a front end alignment performed if you are just replacing the lower ball joints.

@GhxstMode 2 жыл бұрын

You guys didn’t even mention the alignment everyone’s going to need after doing this. Lol

@jucedcustoms2274 2 жыл бұрын

Isn’t that implied and good measure when doing struts, ball joints, and most all steering modifications?

@nguyendd31 4 жыл бұрын

should the ball joint be loaded before you put on the final torque? Or is that not required in this instance. Thanks

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Danh Nguyen These are a direct replacement and you do not have to do anything to them prior to installing.

@davidcotto8955 2 жыл бұрын

@@1AAuto i have a 2007 Honda Civic LX 4 door 1.8L.. im using DuraLast 104500069 lower ball joint. It seems to come with a "locking nut" instead of cotter pin and caste nut. When i try to tighten the nut its all loose.. the joint spins when i tighten so its impossible to tighten the nut. Is there anything i can do?

@austinl3625 2 жыл бұрын

@@davidcotto8955 how’d you end up fixing this?

@Anarchy2014 Жыл бұрын

I assume the 2013 Civic has exactly the same size nuts ? :D

@irvinmorales1409 6 жыл бұрын

My Honda keeps jerking to the left or right whenever I brake. Could this be the problem or is it the alignment?

@1AAuto 6 жыл бұрын

+Irvin Morales You may want to check the suspension components to see if any of them are worn or frayed. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com

@pierre-carllabrecque328 3 жыл бұрын

Mine too I've changed my brakes thinking it was the problem and still go on it was my ball joint!

@edsyfi1812 5 жыл бұрын

I cant get the boxwrench in its blocked by the axle. I used tbe open end of the wrench and its not very helpful.

@BigPackets Жыл бұрын

I recommend using a cheap pickle fork for the ball joint removal, i rented out a similar seperator as the video and it wouldn't fit all the way. but pickle fork worked fine.

@Adi_Russo 5 ай бұрын

OEM Code for ball joint??

@shanew3293 3 жыл бұрын

Is this the same for 2012-2013 Civic?

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Shane W It may be similar, but we currently do not have a video on the ball joint installation for your vehicle.

@zomgmax 5 жыл бұрын

Does the new ball joint not need to be pressed onto the knuckle?

@Griffyzzz 5 жыл бұрын

No the ball joint is it's own piece that unbolts from the lower control arm. Awesome design by Honda makes it easy.

@CrazyDrivers99 2 жыл бұрын

What is the size of ball joint separator ?

@martialdemon7940 Жыл бұрын

Late info but 3/8

@madrida2509 4 жыл бұрын

This the same on the 2012 civic si?

@ballahbry 5 жыл бұрын

What if the ball joint doesn’t slide out like that?

@sierraervin8698 3 жыл бұрын

Wack it with a hammer on the arm

@gearhead3500 9 ай бұрын

Why is the oem ball joint double the price for only One

@rainshadows7086 6 жыл бұрын

Forgot to add ball jount separater tool in the list.

@createzterleemil1141 3 жыл бұрын

I badly need that ball joint now. But everytime i search on your website don't have just a ball joint it a set with arm.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Createzter Leemil If you are able to confirm the year of your vehicle we would be happy to check for you.

@dumbeezy5480 3 жыл бұрын

there’s millions of places that u can buy a ball joint from.

@sadque74 6 жыл бұрын

When we must change it ?

@1AAuto 6 жыл бұрын

+Sadque 74 If there is play in the ball joint they should be changed. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com

@ruleandrews7951 5 жыл бұрын

For everyone watching this, don't be lazy, take every thing apart so you can torque the ball joint castle nut.

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Rule Andrews Thank you for your feedback!