Magnum SRT-8 V8-6.1L VIN 3 (2006)
1. Slide lower control arm (4) into position in engine cradle and install mounting bolt from rear.
2. Install nut (1) on lower control arm cradle bolt, but do not tighten at this time.
CAUTION: Before installing knuckle to lower control arm, measure height of ball joint seal boot (1) mounted on knuckle. If seal boot height is
above 25.5 mm, any air inside seal boot must be expelled. To do so, follow these steps.
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Tip ball joint stud completely to one side.
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Using thumb and index finger, gently squeeze seal boot together at center expelling any air. Do not allow grease to be release.
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Push down very top of seal boot.
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Return ball joint stud to original centered position.
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Measure ball joint seal boot height (1) making sure it is within specification.
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Wipe any grease from ball joint stud.