Pilot 2WD V6-3.5L (2006)
4. After adjusting the adjusting bolt, make sure the head of the adjusting bolt (D) is in the position shown to allow the jaw (E) to pivot.
5. Tighten the pressure bolt (A) to 133 Nm (13.5 kgf-m, 97.6 ft. lbs.). If the ball joint does not pop loose, strike the side of the knuckle with a
hammer and the special tool to dislodge the ball joint.
NOTE: Do not use pneumatic or electric tools on the pressure bolt.
6. Remove the tool. Then remove the thread protector from the end of the ball joint, and pull the ball joint out of the steering/suspension arm. Inspect
the ball joint boot, and replace it if damaged.
Ball Joint Boot Replacement
Ball Joint Boot Replacement
Special Tools Required
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Ball joint boot clip guide 07974-SA50700
1. Remove the boot clip and the boot.
2. Pack the interior and lip (A) of a new boot with grease. Do not contaminate the lower collar of the boot (B) with grease.
3. Wipe the grease off the tapered section (C) of the pin, and pack fresh grease into the base (D). Do not let dirt or other foreign materials get into the
boot.
4. Install the boot onto the ball joint, then squeeze it gently to force out any air.
5. Adjust the special tool with the adjusting bolt (A) until its base is just above the groove around the bottom of the boot. Then slide the clip (B) over
the tool and into position on the boot.
6. After installing a boot, wipe any grease off the exposed portion of the ball joint pin.
