Grand Caravan FWD V6-3.3L VIN 3 Flex Fuel (2002)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
REMOVAL - BALL JOINT SEAL BOOT
1. Remove steering knuckle from vehicle.
2. Using a screw driver or other suitable tool, pry the seal boot off of the ball joint.
3. Inspect the ball joint for evidence of dirt or water intrusion and wipe clean as necessary. If dirt or water intrusion is extreme and joint cannot be
properly cleaned, the lower control arm will need to be replaced.
REMOVAL - EXPORT
1. Remove steering knuckle from vehicle.
2. Remove shield from seal boot by gently pulling on it.
3. Using a screw driver or other suitable tool, pry seal boot off lower ball joint.
INSTALLATION - BALL JOINT SEAL BOOT
1. Place a liberal dab of Mopers Wheel Bearing Grease around the base of the ball joint stem at the socket.
2. Install a NEW seal boot by hand as far as possible on the ball joint. Installation of the seal boot is to be with the shield positioned as shown.
CAUTION: Do not use an arbor press to install the sealing boot on the ball joint. Damage to the sealing boot will occur if excessive pressure is
applied to the sealing boot when it is being installed.