OTC CA7149 Operating instructions

Brand: OTC

Model: CA7149

Type: Operating instructions

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OTC CA7149 is a ball joint replacement kit designed to remove ball joints from vehicles equipped with a Track Bar System, such as Ford F250, F350, F450, and F550 models from 2005 to 2019. It includes various adapters for different ball joint applications and can also be used for non-track bar ball joints. The kit allows for safe and efficient removal and installation of ball joints, making it a valuable tool for mechanics and automotive enthusiasts.

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Issue Date: Rev. A, December 14, 2020

Operating Instructions for

Ford Track Bar Ball Joint Replacement

(Using Ball Joint Connected Adapters: CA222305, CA29505, CA204508B, CA580523)

Vehicle Applications:

2005-2019 Ford F250 and F350

2005-2016 Ford F450 and F550

Form No. SP04524297

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655 EISENHOWER DRIVE

OWATONNA, MN 55060 USA

PHONE: (507) 455-7000

TECH. SERV.: (800) 533-6127

FAX: (800) 955-8329

ORDER ENTRY: (800) 533-6127

FAX: (800) 283-8665

INTERNATIONAL SALES: (507) 455-7223

FAX: (507) 455-7063

(en-US)

For use in removing

ball joints from vehicles

equipped with a Track

Bar System.

Adapters from Starter Kit CA7149 CA580523 is an individually

purchased adapter.

Contact Technical Services at

1-800-533-6127 with any questions.

NOTE: The connected adapters

shown on this page may be

used on other non-track bar ball

joint applications as they apply.

Operating Instructions Page 2 of 4

SP04524297 Rev A

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: To prevent personal injury or equipment damage,

●Study, understand, and follow all instructions before operating this device.

●Wear eye protection that meets OSHA and ANSI Z87.1 standards.

●Only qualiﬁed personnel shall perform inspections to this tool.

●Before using, inspect the tool and adapters for bends, cracks, dents, elongated holes,

or missing hardware. If damage is found, discontinue use.

●Before repairing a vehicle, block all the wheels to prevent movement.

●Check ﬁnal alignment of tooling and components before using the C-frame press to

exert pressure.

●No alterations shall be made to this product as this will void the warranty.

●Use this tool only for its intended purpose.

Explanation of Safety Signal Words

The safety signal word designates the degree or level of hazard seriousness.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in

death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in

death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in

minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,

if not avoided, may result in property damage.

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SP04524297 Rev A

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

(Track Bar Removal)

Using 6535 Pickle Fork (See Fig. 1)

1. Remove the nut and washer from the

bottom of the ball joint stud.

2. Place the pickle fork in between the track

bar mounting ange and the track bar

eyelet. Hammer on the end of the pickle

fork until the track bar eyelet is removed

from the ball joint stud.

Using 7503HD Puller (See Fig. 2)

1. Remove the nut and washer from the

bottom of the ball joint stud.

2. Fully retract forcing screw and clamp

puller jaws on the upper portion of the

track bar eyelet.

3. Tighten forcing screw until the track

bar eyelet is removed from the ball

joint stud.

Track Bar Removed (See Fig. 3)

When track bar is removed from the ball joint

stud, see next page for ball joint removal and

installation instructions.

Track Bar

Mounting

Flange

Track Bar

Mounting

Flange

Ball Joint Stud

Pickle Fork

Forcing Screw

Ball Joint Stud

Puller Jaw

Figure 1

Figure 2

Figure 3

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SP04524297 Rev A

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

(Removing and Installing Ball Joint)

Ball Joint Removal (See Fig. 4)

1. Remove and discard old dust boot.

2. Position components as shown.

3. Turn forcing screw until all the

components connect with the

track bar mounting ange. Check

alignment of all components.

4. Tighten forcing screw until ball joint

is removed.

Ball Joint Installation (See Fig. 5)

Note: Refer to ball joint manufacturer

instructions for more detailed information.

1. Clean ball joint bore in track bar

mounting ange.

2. Insert new ball joint as straight as

possible into the track bar mounting

ange.

3. Position components as shown.

4. Turn forcing screw until all the

components connect with the track bar

mounting ange. Check alignment of all

components.

5. Tighten forcing screw until ball joint

is rmly seated.

Figure 4

Figure 5

CA580523

CA29505

Track Bar

Mounting

Flange

Track Bar

Mounting

Flange

CA6636-3 Plug

installed in

forcing screw

CA204508B

CA222305

CA6636-3 Plug

installed in

forcing screw

Note: If new dust boot and ball joint do not t inside the

adapter during installation, remove dust boot and reattach

after installation.

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