Ball Joint Replacement - 2003 - 2007 Honda Accord (04 - 08 Acura TSX, TL)
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- This video will show you how to replace front suspension lower ball joint on a 2003 - 2007 Honda Accord. The replacement was performed on a 2004 4 dr Accord LX. Method of performing this service can also be done on a 04 - 08 Acura TSX & TL. The replacement will improve ride quality and help correct wheel alignment, tire wear and traction issues. Honda specific ball joint press adapters and a ball joint press (some auto parts retailers rent them) are needed to perform this replacement. For the highest quality ball joint with a lifetime warranty, go with MOOG brand suspension products.
04:30 After adding grease through this fitting, remove the grease fitting, and install a
grease fitting plug.
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No auto repair job ever goes smoothly, regardless of how small it may be. Stuck parts and the like. This vid really helped when my brother and I changed the uppers, lowers, sway links and balljoints on his Accord. Rented that press tool from a local parts store and buddy, that thing saved the day. Thanks for a good, clear, no-nonsense vid.
Thanks! Rusty parts can mess up a small job. Thanks for sharing your experience.
Nice to watch a mechanic with a brain in action, thankyou for this video,helped me alot
@@hardlymovingproso true
the best how to videos I've seen. thanks for not taking 3 minutes at the beginning of the video talking and explaining. right to the point! thanks again.
Thanks and glad you liked it!
Most videos spend the first 3 minutes asking for people to sub or thumbs up🙄 thanks
I know. Irritating isn't it?
Best car repair video EVER. Jumps right in. Fast track from step to step, each step shown with a sped-up video snip of that step. No wasted time, no blah blah talking, no verbal descriptions in lieu of a video, the description gives the exact details of the car being worked on. Love it.
Glad you liked it and thanks for your support!
Helping people is the real pleasure in this life ..thanx a lot for your effort
Yes ... you are right ... helping people!
Great video for showing how it's done for guys who already know how to do it. For anyone who doesn't recognize all the bits and bobs involved from strange unfamiliar angles, a few words telling what's being done during the process would take no extra time and make the video a valuable one.
Thanks for your critique! You're right. Should have had some more audio in the video.
If you'd like to see a very comprehensive overview of this procedure, THIS video is THE GOLD STANDARD for this model Period, Yes this instance if minus a lot of rust and distracting obstacles, but THAT IS THE BEAUTY OF THIS offering from "Hardly Moving Productions" (and a tip of the hat to the 'Production' involved):
I do not have to omit sections that show marred ball joint threads, nor look past the rust issues that folks from Buffalo, NY will want to see. This one smoothly shows individual 'sections/episodes' stitched together at a great pace (excellent- considering I shop-around for the instructional video that is best for me before I select one that will be .My reference.). I can hit the pause button at any time of course, but the pace of this vid allowed me to see quickly, while shopping for My reference, this is it.
It is a great piece because it is so 'to-the-point'. It's realworld dirty (accessible) yet very clean (shot thoughtfully by an informed cam worker and edited neatly by an informed eye). It's an instant follow for anyone who has this model and wants to do the work. Thank you!
Thanks for your critique and support!
I'm a Honda tech and you did that the hardest way possible , don't need to remove 95% of that stuff , and only need a big socket and a hammer to remove and install the joint
Thanks for sharing! Send me some raw video, I'll edit and publish it.
Make a video or sit down somewhere
Thank you for this. Your notes on the OTC parts really helped me out on my 07 Accord V6. I was able to replace the front driver's side ball joint myself and saved a boat load of money!
Hey good for you! Always cheaper and sometimes better if you do it yourself!
Did you remove the rubber boot when installing? I seen other videos that they didn't at all they just pressed it in.
@@Alvaresmaico20 You do not need to remove the boot to install the new OEM ball joint, given that you use an OEM ball joint and this OTC installation kit.
I rarely take time to comment, but you made that look like child's play. Excellent job. Post More.
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I had a hard time trying to pop out the ball joint and broke the replacement. You made it look so easy with the right tool. I broke down and ordered the adapter from Amazon. Nice video!!!
Always easier and less frustrating when using the right tool!
I love your video sir! No BS talking, straight to the point. Keep it up, by far one of the best vids ever.
Thanks!
Cheers.
One of those jobs where I kinda knew it'd all have to come off but hoped there was a quicker technique.
Thanks for taking the time.
You bet!
If you have a complete tool the job is getting much more easier.👍
Yes ... you are correct using the right tools.
By far the best help video i have ever watched!! Right to the point. And i didnt have to watch someone remove all 5 lugs with a ratchet. A+++
Thanks!
Best car video I've seen on TH-cam ever, no BS straight to the point, good job.
When I fit the ring over the ball joint dust covers I use two pieces of brake pipe it's quick and easy
Good idea! I'll try it next time.
Thank you so much brother. I just had a scary mishap last night while going about 75 mph oh the highway 11pm. Ball joint snapped and took down the axle with it. Gonna try and attempt this on my own! Cant afford to go to the shop. Worst timing but trying to take it as it comes.
That's what happens when the ball joint breaks.
@@hardlymovingpro Lesson learned the hard way. I should've done a more thorough inspection on the car when I bought it 3 months ago. Just went outside not too long ago and found multiple things wrong on both sides, so I'm just doing an entire new suspension for both sides and play it safe
Good decision. You're better off in the long run replacing everything vs revisiting new problems.
Just an idea to keep in mind, if you plan on reusing any balljoints or tie rod ends, leave the nut on after loosing it. This way if you do happen to hit it with a hammer you won't mess the threads up. I did that one time, had to taper file the end of the threads to get the nut back on, leaving that nut on can save you time, money and hassle.
Good advance thinking! People should keep in mind that whatever was a hassle to take off might be a hassle to put back on.
@@hardlymovingpro actually with Hondas that's spot on, especially those wheel bearings... I hate those things. They are not easy to do, heck my 97 f150 4x4 was easier, 3 bolts and the entire hub assemblies are removed... takes two hours tops for both sides if you take your time. Honda front ends can be tough depending what needs replaced.
@@garyr7027 You're right. Bolt on wheel hub and bearing assemblies are a easy. However, some people forget to dislodge the cv shaft from the hub splines and struggle to get the assembly off. Here's a video I published a month ago on how to replace those pressed in bearings: th-cam.com/video/EapRYC-fS8g/w-d-xo.html
@@hardlymovingpro that's true, those splines can get stuck. I got lucky with my truck, they slid right off. Got the link, I'll watch cause I never know when I'll need it... thanks.
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Great video. Straight to the point. No BS long introduction.
Thanks!
This is the best video of this kind that i have ever seen. Really a good piece of work.
Thanks todd3205!
Thanks and appreciate your comment!
@Hardly Moving Productions You are the man! Thanks for sharing the great tips and insights so others may learn how to do these jobs ourselves.
I appreciate that!
I did this 2x on my 05 Accord. Both times it came loose in the knuckle. I asked my friend who is the shop forman 30 years at local Honda dealer. He advised they have a tendency to "woler" out the mounting whole and come lose in the whole. They replace the knuckle with the joint factory mounted. I've done this several times successfully. The price is less than a hundred on most online stores.
Very strange. Never had a customer comeback on a Honda ball joint replacement
The part with the ball joint installed used to be prohibitively expensive. Now it's easier, cheaper, and in my experience more reliable. My car had more than 200k when I attempted the replacement.
This is a really good video man, sped up just right, and that spring installation was super smart too. I'm doing upper control arms and lower ball joints so its really helpful
Thanks!
🔥 Awesome,So smooth this repair went, if only our repairs up here where we get tons of ❄️ 🧂 things would go so easy hahaha great diy!
Thanks 👍
Great videos very informative except for you have it listed that I need a 32 mm socket to remove the axle nut my car a 2005 Honda Accord EX required a 1inch and a 1/4inch socket to remove the axle nut great video
*UPDATE* I could never get my axle nut to break loose I broke 2 torque wrenches 1 of them I ended bending in half and I went through 2 sets of impact connectors I tried heat an everything still could never get the nut off just to update.
Did you Bend out the detent on the axle nut? What I use is a thick breaker bar. It works good even up here in Canada where things are rusty.
Chris Medlin , don’t use torque wrenches to remove anything. You need a breaker bar 1/2 “ or larger. I purchased a 1” socket wrench with a 32mm socket . It loosens it so effortlessly. Don’t forget to bang back out the indented nut before trying to break it loose.
Inch and a quarter is pretty close to 32 millimeter.
Like an art-house short film. Amazing
Thanks for your comment and glad you liked it!
Good video man, definitely did it the quick way & it’s still properly installed!
Thanks! Quick and easy!
damn dude. i'm so glad i own a toyota. its like a 10 minute job. appreciate the video though bro
I'd say lower ball joints are the weakest part of older Honda's. Around 2004 the ball joints got beefier. When there aren't any worn suspension components, Honda suspensions gives a better ride than a Toyota. But to save money, I've see Honda moving away from double wishbone.
@@hardlymovingpro i've owned hondas before i've owned toyotas and i like the camry ride better than accord. that's just my experience. i never took the honda apart to the extent that i did with my toyotas though.
Honda's double wishbone (control arm) suspensions keeps all the tire threads on the road when taking high speed turns over rough surfaces. More costly to produce for the auto makers. Pretty much standard for European as well as some Asian luxury cars. The newer Lexus LS sedans have up to 4 control arms. McPherson struts with rotating upper strut mounts is cheaper to design and make for Toyota.
@@hardlymovingpro Yes there is a good reason for the extra complication and cost of double wishbones
That's why the kids love to trick up the older Civics
That did NOT look easy. Glad you did it.
Excellent video
Glad you liked it!
Great video I wish I would of replace mine lower ball joint on my 03 Accord 5speed befor it broke and broke my axle too fixing everything now just got stuck on that trim ring but you showed me how to remove it thanks 🤟🏾
Glad it worked out for you!
You are very very skillful.
Thanks!
Fast and efficient video! I loved it
Glad you liked it!
That was fast!!! Nice work. Hope I get it done somewhat the same with just hand tools haha
Good luck!
Gotta do two of these tomorrow on an 06 accord. Good video!
Thanks...and good luck!
Any advice? I have an 06 and I need to get mind replaced.
Get ball joints from Moog
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awesome. super helpful for doing similar on a 2003 civic soon.
Thanks!
I tried using that same adapter to install the ball joint and it ended up hitting the stud and bent it. Duralast AutoZone ball joint
Generally don't like AutoZone Duralast parts. Since you don't know who made the part.
I love watching your videos. Thanks for sharing
Thanks for your comment and support!
Awesome video. Never thought about greasing the ball joint. First ones I purchased years ago from Moog were sealed at the top. More recently they're open for zirc fitting. I can see grease in the hole but it wouldn't hurt to add more.
Thanks for your comment. The higher quality ball joints, IMHO, like Moog don't have grease fittings.
I didn't notice you replaced the upper and lower control arms the first time 😅
Did a separate video on that.
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Should you change the control arm at the same time as the ball joint?
Usually when one is worn out the other is not that far behind. So yes ... replace both.
I enjoyed the visit...... you have a talent great job, Thanks
Thanks for your comment and support!
Thanks for the detailed vid boss,,,,,much respect
Thanks for your comment and support!
Very much
Great job man, thanks a lot for the video 👍👍
Thanks for the thumbs up Rodrigo!
good video, straight to the point and none of that talking b.s...👍🏼
Thanks ... appreciate your comment!
Nice and fast Milwaukee impact 💣👍
They're real time savers!
Fastest way to get the top ring for the boot on...work the end of the ring up to the neck of the boot and then hold it there with your pointing finger while turning the boot and working the rest of the ring upwards with your right hand.
I'll try that next time ... Thanks. Or better yet, get flush boot ball joints.
@@hardlymovingpro just installed ball joints on my 06 TL. While installing a new joint on the driver side I cross-threaded the stud screwing the nut on (uggggh) and I had to buy ANOTHER ball joint, take the knuckle off again, pop that one out and install the new one. After fighting with the top ring the first time I learned the easy way the 2nd time.
Bummer!
Great video.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great video. Very helpful.
Great job buddy. 👍 👍
Thanks for the visit!
Very good video
Thanks!
Good video!! One question you didnt need to put the snap ring retainer on the ball joint??
Some kits come with new rings and some do not. Quite frankly, I don't really see a need for it. Just how in the heck is the ball joint going to possibly come out being press fitted into the steering knuckle and bolted to the lower control arm? Maybe ... perhaps ... if you run your car into a ginormous pot hole? If that happened, you've got more to fix than a ball joint.
Oh ok, thanks!!
No problem!
No problem!
Why remove the boot prior to install? Curious. Thanks for the vid
If the replacement ball joint's boot is not flush with the ball joint body, the boot won't squeeze through the steering knuckle ball joint hole. Better off get a ball joint with a flush boot.
Always appreciated
You bet!
These are the types of videos I like , straight to the point.
What model impact gun is that ?
It's a Milwaukee M18 1/2" impact driver ... around 400 lbs of torque ... bought around 8 years ago. Newer version are brushless with more torque.
Hardly Moving Productions
Thanks for the fast response !
Any chance you used the same
Impact for the axle nut or was that a compressor gun ?
Used the same electric impact gun to torque down the axle nut.
Gracias por el video ahora ya se como cambiar el ball joint 👍
Me alegro de que te haya gustado el video y gracias por tu apoyo!
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Thanks!
Dude you are a professional. I notice the little things in your work. The tie holding up the axle I think it is. The bucket under the caliper. The way you got off the rotor bolt by a little hitting . Someone stripped mine by not doing that. Great work and video! Also how long would you say is for labor?
Thanks for your comment. Just replacing the ball joint ... I can probably do it in under 1.5 hours with the tools I've been using. If you're using mechanical tools (no powered impact drivers), it'll definitely take longer. I now buy new ball joints where the rubber boot is flush with the body of the ball joint that's pressed in the steering knuckle. They're more expensive but it saves me a lot of time. Like in the video, the rubber boot must be removed and refitted with the cheaper ball joints.
@@hardlymovingpro what brand has the boot flush with the ball joint, that looked like the most annoying party honestly. Awesome video by the way, thank you!
@@lumntoob999 You can go with a MOOG brand which is not cheap but they give you lifetime warranty. The dust boot is flush with the body of the joint. A link to the joint is provided in the "Show More" description area of this video.
@@hardlymovingpro perfect thank you. I saw everything in the description I just wasn't sure if that was the one in the video or the better one so thank you for clarifying.
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Great vid thanks 🙏 for sharing 👍
Glad you liked it and thanks for your comment!
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No problem!
Nice sir really gr8 working
Thanks for your comment and support!
Great video sir
Thanks for your post and watch our other Honda DIY's to learn more!
Thank you sir
goog job no bullshit just got it done .....
Thanks! Get er don!
Did you put anything in the whole you took the grease fitting out of or do you just leave it open?
After injecting the grease, screw off the grease fitting nipple and screw on a plug. The new ball joint should have the plug in the replacement box. Sorry ... didn't show that in the video. Don't leave the nipple on. It won't clear the CV axle.
how did that abs sensor come out like butter. usually thats stuck and need to drill out
Depends on where the car lived. If in where they salt roads in the Winter, the sensor hole will get rusty. Try soaking with penetrating oil overnight before attempting removal. Or just leave the sensor in there with the wire detached.
Does that ball have a snap ring or anything holding it into place.
Nope. The only ring, which I think is overkill, is the ring installed after the new ball joint is pressed onto the steering knuckle.
Hi, i like this video that show step clearly. I would like to know the size of the cotter pin of the ball join, did you know that and could you tell me? I think i should prepare some before i do this replacement.
New ball joints come with new cotter pins.
The ball joint removal socket, did you custom cut that?? Nothing I see around has anything like that
No but used a older version ball joint adapter that semi worked. Believe there are adapters for new models but they're not cheap. Better off making your own adapter with custom cuts.
Anyone know the name of the sea clamps press that was used here?
And, this guy seems to be a GREAT mechanic. I’m following!
Any generic ball joint clamp should work.
Great video until people realize the importance of torquing the nut NOT only on CV axle, but other nuts and bolts. This CV axle needs torquing because, from what I've learned, there's a lot of pressure put on it so needs to hold exactly specific tightness when going high speeds above 50 mph. There's a reason for torque guys careful what we learn from TH-cam, I learn from TH-cam myself.
I believe axle nut torque spec is 150 lbs-ft.
Depends on 4 cylinder vs v6. The 04 Acura TL is 180 ft-lbs. Also has different style ball joint than in this video.
Most CV axle nut torque specs are 180 lbs.
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Great vid.....so no need for a alignment as you didn't mess with the strut ?
That's correct.
So I’m not sure how you got out the big thing behind the hub but I’ve tried everything and I can’t get it out yours just seem to fall out mine feels like it’s welded in
Are you referring to the cv axle? If so, watch this video: th-cam.com/video/c6hktAUFyrc/w-d-xo.html
When replacing front lower ball joints on an 08 Accord, should you replace the lower or upper control arms as well?
Usually worthwhile doing.
Liked your video. One major issue though...when you removed the grease fitting and left the hole open. What's was the plan there? I am certainly glad you have never worked on any of my cars, and that is exactly why I never let anyone work on my cars (only me) if I can prevent it. That one action on your part makes the rest of your procedures suspect. I still enjoyed the video though.
Yes ... you are correct. Part was provided by the customer ... he wanted to save money. Told him he would have to get me a grease fitting plug and I'd screw it in. Since then, he got into a accident and totaled his car. Most repair shops want to provide their own parts and profit from the markup. I give my customers the option to provide their own parts to save money and get a parts lifetime warranty from their parts vendor. Do the repair shops you go to do the same? If the customer provided me with a lifetime warranty part, does your repair shop provide a lifetime warranty on ANY part they replace as well?
Hugh Jass when you bring in your vehicle you have no idea what they do to your vehicle or how they are performing repairs correctly or incorrectly..this is why most guys do the work themselves at least they know the work is done..there so many shops and dealerships that are crooked and when you ask for a repair done
There is several more repairs that are billed to you when those repairs are not needed..learn the trade and repair your own vehicle and save money or keep going to the shops and get ripped off
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What does the large steel ring on the back of the hub do? (Other than get in the way!)
Dust shield
Pumped it full of grease then remove the zinc fitting? That will let water and dirt into the ball joint causing premature wear. Probably should use a different design ball joint.
The grease fitting won't clear the CV axle unless removed and replaced with a flat head plug which I apologize for not showing in the video.
Interesantes video Gracias 😊
Ball joint I was sold has a unremoveable boot w/o grease fitting.Maybe I'm getting old but all front end parts used to be equipped with a grease fitting(so you could grease them).If Turkey gets attacked from the rear,will Greece help ?
If the dust shield boot is flush with the body of the ball joint, you'll be able to press it in without ripping the boot.
Thanks for your knowledge,more info than any other.@@hardlymovingpro
You bet!
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I was wondering what r the symptoms of a bad ball joint
You'll hear a popping noise when making a sharp turn of uneven road surfaces.
Or sometimes it will make a creaking noise when you steer. sort of like a haunted house.
Awesome!
Well done...
Thank you!
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Thanks for this, I saw you didn't use the ring "removal" adapter for the press, did you just hang that top ring on the upper part of the press just right? did you cut out the adaptor?I have problems because none of the adaptors fit right in my knuckle...I am going to take a page out of your book it looks like you just lined it up the best you could against the knuckle. Thanks.
Yes. I hanged that top top ring. Did not cut out the adapter. Yes .. lined up as best I could against the knuckle.
Any alternative on how to get the ball joint without buying that honda adapter set for the press bec i rented it out from oreillys and the honda adapter set didnt have the right size that goes underneath the ball joint ? And it says on amazon that they are currently unavailable so im stuck rn
Get an adapter with the right size diameter. Use a rotary metal cut off tool and make cut outs to make it fit. You can secure the adapter in a vice so it will be stable when you're making the cuts.
What kind of grease are you used to lube ball joint?
Simple axle grease with molybdenum will work fine.
@@hardlymovingprothat grease won't destroy rubber cap?
@@Sacrum_Profanum No it will not.
Did you do a vid of the upper install too ?
Yes. It's covered in my Honda front strut and control arm video. Its easier to replace the upper control arm that comes with new bushings and a ball joint.
Do you HAVE to remove the entire piece like that or could it still be connected to the upper control arm?
Maybe if you had a lift to elevate the car high enough to attach and work with the ball joint seperator tool
@@hardlymovingpro I meant to remove the ball joint with the clamp to push it out and in
Exactly. The big C clamp is the ball joint separator.
nice video
Thanks for your comment and support!
After replacing ball joints do you need a alignment ?
Would be recommended.
Did you leave the grease fitting off ? I replaced the lower ball joint on a 04 accord and there was no way it would fit . The cv axle would hit . Would it be ok since the ball joint has the hole on top since there was no room for the fitting ?
You can install a fitting to seal the hole that is flat and does not have a grease fitting nipple. Sorry. Didn't show that in the video.
@@hardlymovingpro is that what you installed on yours ?
Where did you find these fittings? Seems like I have the same ball joints I just left the grease fitting off now I have grease everywhere. Won’t be buying these again lol
@@hardlymovingpro
@@KINGGOD69 add grease with the grease fittings then use grease fitting plugs to clear the cv cup
@@hardlymovingpro you’d think the ball joints would have came with plugs, I’m wondering where i would find those?
Hi. . . at 4:20 I realise the flat surface of the ball joint isn't flush with the housing surrounding it. Why is this so? Should it not be flush? I am asking because my mechanic installed mine flush...
It all depends on the parts manufacturer. I now buy only flush dust booted ball joints.
What happens if u just press it in with the boot?
Not enough room. The boot was tear.
Good work, and make IT alene..😄
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What size sockets did you put on the on the ball joint?
The ball joint nuts?
With the way Honda ball joints are installed, I'm not certain removal of the rubber boot is actually necessary
Whatever works for you.