FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Ball Joint: Service and Repair

LOWER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER REPLACEMENT
Only when the dust cover is damaged accidentally during maintenance, replace the dust cover as follows:

1. Remove the dust cover.
2. Fill and apply the multi-purpose grease into the inside and lip of the dust cover.





3. Use the special tool ball joint removal & installer (MB990800) to drive in the dust cover to the point where it contact with the lower arm assembly.
4. Using your fingers, press the dust cover to check for a crack or damage.