I went to change my brake pads the other day, and when I got the tire back on, I noticed that it had a lot of play if i pushed it vertically. Theres some kind of bushing on the bottom of the axle that has all the play in it but I don't know what it's called or how to go about fixing it. Looks like a bolt on top, but the bottom is some kind of large flat plate. Any help?

 

what vehicle is this?...location of wheel?...

 

'03 f-250 4x4, front driver's side.

 

Are you sure your wheel bearings are good?..There should be no way you could possibly move the suspension without jacking under it...

 

ball joint is the nut on top andflat on bottom they have to be pressed in and out

 

correct,that would be the lower ball joint.if its moving that easy,get it replaced ASAP.matter of fact, replace all four.two uppers and two lowers.dont wait on this.will only add to the expense,because other parts are now taking the jolting of the roads.

 

Awesome responses, got it fixed. Thanx a lot guys!