Montero LTD 4WD V6-3.5L SOHC (2002)
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Check the upper arm for bend or breakage.
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Check all bolts for condition and straightness.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
>>A<< UPPER ARM ASSEMBLY AND KNUCKLE CONNECTION
If the upper arm ball joint is disengaged from the knuckle, always renew the upper arm ball joint dust cover and retainer by following the procedure
below.
1. Unclip the spring ring to removed the dust cover.
CAUTION
Be careful not to damage the ball joint stud.
2. Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to remove the retainer.
3. Apply multi-purpose grease to the new retainer, and assemble it to the new dust cover.
4. Fill multi-purpose grease inside the dust cover as shown.
Amount to use: 12 +/-1 g (0.4 +/-0.04 oz)
5. Apply multi-purpose grease to the dust cover lip.
6. Tape the stud threads to avoid damage.
CAUTION