Tie Rod Boot: Service and Repair

Tie-rod End Ball Joint Boot Replacement

Special Tools Required

- Front hub dis/assembly tool 07965-SA50500
1. Remove the ball joint boot from the tie-rod end, and wipe the old grease off the ball pin.

2. Pack the lower area of the ball pin (A) with fresh multipurpose grease.

3. Pack the interior of the new ball joint 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.





4. Install the new ball joint 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.