In order to release the upper ball joint/UCA from the knuckle take a mallet (I use a 5 lbs mallet) and smack the knuckle where the ball joint goes into and it should release eventually. Smack it good, but dont smash it and make sure to hit the knuckle and NOT the UCA.
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Fran:2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4.7 quadra drive. 31in General Grabber AT2, OME HD, bilstein, IRO sway links, addco rear sway. Kolak 3in cat back flowmaster SUV 50, magnaflow 3in cat, airaid JR kit, ram air, P.I.E. aux adapter, surco 45x50, husky liners.
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