Ball Joint: Service and Repair

Ball joint, replacing

Note: The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

The ball joint on this model is integrated in the control arm.
To replace the control arm, see: Control arm front, replacing.

Control arm front, replacing
Special tools: 951 2945, 999 7076

Note: The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Preparatory work
Removing the wheel and moving the drive shaft
Remove:





- the wheel
- 1 screw (1).
Press in the drive shaft a little.

Removing the control arm





Slacken off the nut so that the upper edge is above the screw. Use an Allen key as a counterhold so that the boot is not damaged.





Remove the ball joint from the control arm. Use: 951 2945.





Pull the ball joint out of the wheel spindle. Use: 9997076.

Remove:





- the 2 x screws (1)
- the 1 screw (2)
- the control arm.

Installing the control arm

Note: For tightening torques, see Tightening torque.

Install:





- the control arm
- the 2 screws (1). Tighten. See: Specifications
- 1 screw (2) Tighten. See: Specifications
Use new screws.

Install:
- the ball joint in the wheel spindle. Use: 999 7076
- install the 1 nut. Use an Allen key as a counterhold. Tighten. See: Specifications.
Use a new nut.





Install:
- 1 screw (1) Counterhold the brake disc. Use a screwdriver in the ventilation holes. Tighten. See: Specifications
- the wheel.