Cub Cadet 6X4 Shop Handbook page 147

4. Loosen the bolts (one turn) that hold the lower
control arm to the frame using a 9/16" wrench.
See Figure 4.44.
Bolts attaching
lower control
arm to frame
Figure 4.44
5. Remove the retaining ring that holds the lower
ball joint into the hub assembly using a pair of
90° snap ring pliers. See Figure 4.45.
Lower
ball joint
Retaining ring
Figure 4.45
6.
Washer
(front)
Hub assembly
7.
8.
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Chapter 4 - Front Suspension and steering
Carefully pry or drive a wedge between the
lower control arm and the hub assembly to pull
the ball joint down, out of the hub.
See Figure 4.46.
Pry bar
Figure 4.46
Swing the lower control arm free of the hub
assembly, as the two separate. See Figure 4.47.
Lower control arm
and ball joint
Figure 4.47
Remove the nuts and bolts securing the lower
control arm to the frame, and remove the arm
from the vehicle.
Lower ball joint
and
lower control arm