How to Replace Front Lower Ball Joints 07-11 Toyota Camry

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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 07, 08, 09, 10, 11 Toyota Camry
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• Ball Joint Press
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• Socket Extensions 1aau.to/tAV/1AX...
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• Rust Penetrant
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[@DriftmanX]

Why I love Toyota’s. A lot of thought out into every part so the average guy can still put the wrench to use.

[@rizwanahmed11]

I almost completely gave up on this after getting every thing loose including the castle nut but was stuck on getting castle nut removal and then I saw you separated the joint complete, thats what made me successful Harbor Freight $19.99 ball joint press is useless for this job . I hammered the knuckle several time and then use pry bar. Thanks.

[@tomfilbey]

Terrific video. It's nice to see how you solved getting the ball joint free. Don't see that too often.

[@thetexaschainsaw9366]

This guy is one of the best mechanics ive seen

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for the positive feedback! I will pass it along! +The Texas Chainsaw

[@davidpedder9048]

Its a good design by Toyota. Alot less work than having to press the ball joint into the control arm !!!!

[@Area559Duh]

I’m buying thus part from 1a auto just because of the video. We don’t get this much support from others lol

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+Area559Duh Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com

[@silverneo29]

1A auto is my primary source of car info...thank you!

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[@ProjectOverseer]

Great how to video. Thank you. The only bit that seemed OTT was using a crowbar to remove a plastic hub cap 😮

[@jsmcguireIII]

DO NOT lever against the outer CV axle.

[@luisalfredo6291]

1A Auto you guys are the best!!!!!!!!

[@sengokukaiser2200]

I just found this, best guide ever. Thanks alot for your skills.

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[@tonycoffee7335]

Awesome video. All other showed removing brake calipers and other stuff. My Corolla has knocking noise at low speed over bumps..

[@1AAuto]

+Tony coffee Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/toyota-avalon-camry-ball-joint-pair/i/1asfk04167?KZbin&CTA+Comment&FemkxHhslcQ

[@Richard-xc3cw]

could be the sway links too.

[@aliangdudu]

Excellent video! Thank you!

[@quymong8999]

Very nice great jobs

[@rubencosio3662]

Very good video and very helpful. Really good job. You guys do it to seem so easy,thank you. Do you know if the torque is the same for an 04 camry?

[@josephschneider5000]

Torque is the same for an 2004 camry and on. 55 ft lb. The older 02 and 03 are different depending on the bolt it could be in the 90's

[@viscioushattermaid4410]

Love the Scarface disco music 🎶!!

[@Dexion845]

Thanks for the video, hopefully one day you can do the lower control arm

[@1AAuto]

+Michael 534 Thank you very much! We are always creating new videos so we may be able to have one in the near future.

[@gch8155]

Awesome job 👍

[@Rob-kv3ry]

The ball joint in my 05 didnt release that easily. I tried a crowbar, a hammer, beating the spindle all over, and no go. Do note if you use the cv axle base to pry on the ball joint stud, you can goof up the cv axle clamp like I did, and have to replace it. I had to use a fork to release it from the spindle (It will destroy the old ball joint boot but if it's going to be replaced, not a big deal). Next time, I think I will try a pitman arm remover.

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for checking us out. We are glad you were able to complete your repair. 1aauto.com +RobFrei0126

[@UnsyNZ]

There wasn't enough clearance for me to get a ring spanner in, I ended up having to remove the axle to get a balljoint seperator on it

[@onlyonecannoli3952]

Same thing with my Avalon.

[@josephschneider5000]

You can use a picklfork instead. Rent one from your local parts store if you need to. Then you won't have to pop the axle out.

[@garnellwalls3721]

Great video, Thank you.

[@rodcros]

Why do you put music in the background? It's not too loud on this video, but it detracts from what I can hear.

[@robertgorge1152]

Good job mannnnn.

[@SNIPEYOPIPE]

Your torque specifications are 100% incorrect and might get someone hurt! Toyota torque specifications are AS FOLLOWS for a 2011 Toyota Camry 2.5L! Castle Nut w/ Cotter Pin: 90ft-lb Lower Ball Joint to Control Arm: 94ft-lb

[@phongle-vb3qi]

The other A1 video for the toyota 2011 -17. The lady had to take the axle nut . The way you install so simple. Does the axle must come out for older car.

[@josephschneider5000]

I just did the repair on my 2004 camry and the procedure in the video was spot on. I would recommend using a picklfork to get the ball joint out since leaving the axle in will make it difficult to use the other seperator tool. As you could see in the video it didn't fit.

[@america268]

Has anyone bought these control arms for their Camry from 1A Autoparts? The price is fantastic compared to Napa. How do they compare? How is the ride?

[@adamnugent2137]

awesome video. but can you please get rid of the background music? thanks !

[@ammaralamdar9444]

Thank you that was helpful

[@1AAuto]

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[@regeorge179]

You know I bought parts from Toyota Auckland they did not include new nut and others bits I have to buy them separately not cool at all yet watching this video you have all the fitting nuts and bolt how grateful is bud friendly.

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for checking us out. Most replacement parts do not include new hardware. The original hardware or new hardware would need to be sourced to complete the installation. Thank you! +Re George

[@user-py6wh7fq8q]

I watched and subscribed and liked it. Do you wonder if you loosen a flat nut without a nut out of 3 bolts? Thank you.

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+최설자 Thanks for checking us out!

[@LexusPro]

I recommend a metal hammer not a rubber mallet i almost split a rubber mallet in half hitting it so much. I tried everything to get the ball joint out. In the end i had to cut the boot from the ball joint then hit the part of the ball joint that is underneath the boot with a metal hammer. That is the only thing that worked. I had to remove it from the control arm before i could do that

[@LexusPro]

Also use an impact drill on the control arm bolts and they come off in one minute

[@jjarredondo5548]

Hello there. Great Video. I am replacing my Sienna bolt joint soon very similar to this one. Just one question. At the end of the video you stepped on the brakes. I did not see you mess with the brakes or the caliper in this case.. Maybe I missed it.. Not criticizing just want to understand why is this necessary.. I like watching your videos, I been able to do a lot of stuff on my car and family cars saving lots of money. I used to pay for everything including carwash and oil changes.. Don't have the money to pay for those services anymore. Thanks for your help..

[@garrick2196]

JJ Arredondo that was actually a weird edit where the last minute of the video included the ending to the Brake replacement video they made ... odd, but not related to the tie rod replacement

[@obiwan922]

So , is there any role of anti-seize and thread-locker while replacing this? Or its a bad idea?

[@JohnSmith-ok9sn]

The nuts have plastic pressure bushings in them. They act as the "anti-loose" protection. That's what they are for. Do not use an impact wrench to tighten this kind if nuts. As the impact turns them at a fast speed, plastic melts from friction, and looses its gripping ability - THEN the nut can get loose with time. Did you notice that he used a HAND ratchet to tighten them? - That's why! VERY IMPORTANT!

[@ask43242flight]

very nice work!

[@1978MODO]

Does anyone know labor time for one side lover control arm / ball joint for 2009 camry 4 cyl engine ? Thanks

[@Billionaireben]

5:30 It doesn't seem that easy to remove the ball joint from the control arm like it is in the video. I got it to the point where a pry bar will fit between the ball joint and the control arm, it's not easy to get it to move evenly. It would be easier if I had a floor lift instead of a jack. The pin was easier, the bolt on the pin was harder.

[@MiiSbk]

Really nice and easy explanatory video. I checked the manual, i guess the torque of the nuts should be over 90 ft. lb or am I wrong?

[@1AAuto]

+Misbizk Are you referring to the lug nuts ? We include the recommended torque specs throughout the video. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com

[@MrTeeskee10]

I used a pickle fork to remove ball joint

[@JesusDiaz-gv7ow]

Buen trabajo 👍

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[@JuancoPRoFlow]

Why did you pump the breaks at the end. I didn't see you compress the caliper piston anywhere in the video. Am I missing something here. Thanks

[@Tyronebigggums]

Bro what?

[@migzchevy22]

Would it be better to change the control arm and not just the ball joint. My camry has 128,000 miles.

[@1AAuto]

+migzchevy22 Typically, yes that would be better to change it all at once while you are already in there. Thanks for checking us out!

[@MrTeeskee10]

I used a pickle fork ..couple whacks n it was free

[@aimm3lat3re]

How tight to bolt down the castle nut? Depending how tight could have premature wear on the new ball joint?

[@1AAuto]

+HUOT E It should bottom out for you, then you can slide the cotter pin in place

[@davzgn]

91 ft-lbs for the ball joint to knuckle bolt

[@kirbyreynolds6565]

Will the process and torque specs be similar for an 08 ES350?

[@1AAuto]

+Kirby Reynolds Always refer to a Haynes manual or something for your specific vehicle because torque specs can change year after year

[@mr.selfdestruct1677]

You're supposed to torque the nuts with the Suspension loaded.

[@JohnSmith-ok9sn]

You could just turn the wheel out, and expose the knuckle this way, THEN hit it with a sledge. It would pop right out.

[@Tyronebigggums]

Good luck with that

[@ratataran]

@@Tyronebigggums that's how you're supposed to do it, it works every time

[@nanaansah1353]

Do u need a pair or just one side?

[@1AAuto]

+NANA ANSAH Hello, When changing these parts it is usually best to replace them in pairs. Thanks! 1AAuto.com

[@SuperMaradona95]

I see in other video a guy putting grass inside the ball joint !why this guy didn't do that ??or maybe different ball joint...😒

[@JeredtheShy]

Absolutely wrecked and heat spotted rotors watching the still serviceable ball joint get replaced instead like 🙃

[@rossg9363]

What should the torque setting be for the "castle nut" in your video be? Thanks

[@1AAuto]

+Ross G Tighten the two 19mm nuts to 55 foot-pounds of torque

[@davzgn]

91 ft-lbs for the ball joint to knuckle bolt

[@Effinjosh]

Ok i did all that today on my corolla. Now my steering wheel is sideways while driving straight. Why is that?

[@1AAuto]

+Josh Shields An alignment would be required after doing this job. Thanks for checking us out. 1aauto.com

[@Effinjosh]

@@1AAuto its funny how all the videos ive watched on this no one says anything about needing an alignment after. If i had known that i would have waited till i had money for an alignment. And now my computer is saying system malfunction see your dealer. I dont have money to pay for an alignment or $80 to have the dealer diagnos my system.

[@Effinjosh]

I had to borrow money for the alignment but the shop didnt know how to reset my computer. Any ideas?

[@JuancoPRoFlow]

@@Effinjosh how old are you?

[@mikecrip]

How do i get the control arm off?

[@Dexion845]

Michael Woodburn to get the lower control arm off requires you to have at least two jack stands and a floor jack. You will have to disconnect the sway bar end link to strut. (Drivers side) Disconnect the top engine bay motor mount Disconnect the bottom engine mount Lift engine a few inches to get the bottom mount free. Then unbolt all LCA assembly nuts/bolts and replace the control arm and reinstall in reverse order Passenger side is similar except you don’t have to lift the engine but just remove the panel connected to the motor mount there.

[@obiwan922]

@@Dexion845 i noticed ball joint gets stuck so often to the knuckle in older vehicles. So is it a good idea to aplly some copper antiseize on the studs (all 3 of them) during installation?

[@shaggyballs-nh7ei]

Holy shit...I have bin putting the lung nuts on the wrong way my hole life.

[@chelovd123]

I swear I don't know how you got this out.. I used everything exactly the same, and and heavy duty pry bar bent and didn't get it out, one of the hardest job on this stupd toyota, and the freaking ball joint is still there.. giving up

[@vinnyt42allday]

I always just cut em and call it a day

[@TheRoguelement]

Dont worry about quote breaking your steering knuckle this clown must think these parts are made of plastic but go ahead and keep smacking it trying very hard NOT to hit any other parts it will come and because I've been a car restorer and motorhead since the 70s you can take my word for it ...they will be fine....

[@hominem3731]

Nobody has a cotter key puller? They are like 5$ at harbor freight.