Galant L4-2.0L SOHC (1989)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Fig. 1 Lower Control Arm & Stabilizer Bar
1.
Raise and support vehicle, then remove front wheels.
2.
Disconnect stabilizer bar from lower control arm, Fig. 1.
3.
On models equipped with electronically controlled suspension, disconnect rod of height sensor from lower control arm if right side control arm
is to be removed.
4.
On all models, loosen ball joint stud nut, then disconnect ball joint from knuckle using a suitable tool.
5.
Remove lower control arm from crossmember.
6.
Inspect control arm and bushings, replacing as necessary.
7.
Check ball joint starting torque. Starting torque should be 17-78 inch lbs. Replace ball joint as required.
8.
Check ball joint dust cover for cracks and damage. If necessary, remove defective dust cover and replace with new cover using tool No.
MB990800 or equivalent.
9.
Reverse procedure to install noting the following:
a. Refer to Fig. 1 for tightening specifications.
b. When installing ends of stabilizer bar to control arm, tighten self locking attaching nut so that distance from base of nut to end of bolt is .63-70
inch.
