Tie-rod Ball Joint Boot Replacement
Special Tools Required
Front hub dis/assembly tool, ( 07965-SA50500)
| 1. | Remove the boot from the tie-rod end, and wipe the old grease off the ball pin.
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| 2. | Pack the lower area of the ball pin (A) with fresh multipurpose grease.
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| 3. | Pack the interior of the new boot (B) and lip (C) with fresh multipurpose grease.
Note these items when installing new grease:
- Keep grease off the boot mounting area (D) and the tapered section (E) of the ball pin.
- Do not allow dust, dirt, or other foreign materials to enter the boot.
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| 4. | Install the new boot (A) using the special tool. The boot must not have a gap at the boot installation sections (B). After installing the boot, check the ball pin tapered section for grease contamination, and wipe it if necessary.
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