Tie-rod Ball Joint Boot Replacement

Special Tools Required 

Attachment, 42 mm 07QAD-P0A0100

1. Disconnect the tie-rod end from the steering arm (see step  10).
2. Remove the boot from the tie-rod end, and wipe the old grease off the ball pin.
3. Pack the lower area of the ball pin (A) with fresh multipurpose grease.
   Fig 1: Removing Boot From Tie-Rod End

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4. 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.
5. 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.
   Fig 2: Installing Boot Using Special Tool

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6. Connect the tie-rod end to the steering arm (see step  15).
7. Perform the front toe inspection (see FRONT TOE INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT ).