Ball joint (gaiter)
Ball joint (gaiter) |
1. |
Undo the anti-roll bar nut.
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2. |
Undo the nut on the ball joint. Use
89 96 696 Puller
to press out the bolt from the steering swivel member.
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3. |
Remove the ball joint nut and bend the support arm/suspension arm down.
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4. |
Remove the circlip securing the gaiter and remove the gaiter.
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To fit |
1. |
Pack the new gaiter with Molycote Longterm 2-78 or other grease of similar type.
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2. |
Refit the gaiter and circlip.
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3. |
Press the support arm/suspension arm up into position and fit the nut on the ball joint. Tighten the nut.
Tightening torque: 75 Nm (55 lbf ft). |
4. |
Fit the anti-roll bar nut and tighten it.
Tightening torque: 10 Nm (7 lbf ft). |