TSX L4-2.4L (2005)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Ball Joint Replacement
Ball Joint Removal
Special Tools Required
Ball joint remover, 28 mm 07MAC-SL00200
NOTICE: Always use a ball joint remover to disconnect a ball joint. Do not strike the housing or any other part of the ball joint connection to
disconnect it.
1. Install a hex nut (A) onto the threads of the ball joint (B). Make sure the nut is flush with the ball joint pin end to prevent damage to the threaded
end of the ball joint pin.
2. Apply grease to the special tool on the areas shown (A). This will ease installation of the tool and prevent damage to the pressure bolt (B) threads.
3. Loosen the pressure bolt (A), and install the special tool as shown. Insert the jaws carefully, making sure not to damage the ball joint boot. Adjust
the jaw spacing by turning the adjusting bolt (B).
4. After adjusting the adjusting bolt, make sure the head (C) of the adjusting bolt is in the position shown to allow the jaw to pivot.
5. With a wrench, tighten the pressure bolt until the ball joint pin pops loose from the steering arm or knuckle. If necessary, apply penetrating type
lubricant to loosen the ball joint pin.
