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If the dust cover is damaged
accidentally during service work, replace the dust cover as
follows:
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1.Remove the clip ring, and
then remove the dust cover.
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2.Apply multipurpose grease
to the inside of the dust cover as shown. 3.Apply
multipurpose grease to the shown parts inside the dust cover
and the ball joint stud. 4.Wrap plastic tape
around the toe control arm ball joint stud, and then install
the dust cover to the toe control arm ball joint.
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5.
caution |
- Do not apply grease to the place
(tapered section) where the threaded
section of the ball joint connects with
the knuckle. Wipe the grease off if it
is applied in this area.
- To prevent the grease from being applied
to the ball joint connection (taper)
with the knuckle, do not compress the
dust cover before installation.
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Use special tool ball joint remover and installer
(MB990800) to drive the dust cover into the position shown
in the illustration. 6.Press the dust cover with
your finger to check that there are no cracks or damage in
the dust cover.
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