Civic Wagon 2WD L4-1488cc 1.5L SOHC (EW1) 3V Carb (1986)
Ball Joint: Technical Service Bulletins
Tools - Instructions For New Ball Joint Tool
Bulletin No.
90-037
Issue Date
DEC 21, 1990
Model
ALL
Applicable To
ALL
File Under
SPECIAL TOOLS
Usage Instructions for New Ball Joint Tool
This tool replaces Ball Joint Remover 07941-6920003 and all previous "lever" type ball joint separation tools.
Use it to separate a ball joint from its suspension or steering arm as follows:
CAUTION
Wear eye protection. The ball joint can break loose suddenly and scatter dirt or other debris in your eyes.
1.
Clean any dirt or grease off the ball joint.
2.
Remove the cotter pin. then unscrew the nut until it's flush with the end of the threads on the ball joint. This will help prevent damage to the
threaded end of the ball joint.
3.
Apply grease to the areas shown. This will ease installation of the tool and prevent damage to the pressure bolt threads.
4.
Insert the tool as shown. Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot. If the tool jaws won't fit over the ball joint, unscrew the pressure bolt until
they do.