Ball Joint Dust Cover Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If the dust cover is damaged accidentally during service work, replace the dust cover as follows:

Remove the dust cover.
Apply specified grease to the lip and inside of the dust cover.
Specified grease: Mopar(R) Multi-mileage Lubricant Part No. 2525035 or equivalent
Using special tool MB990799, drive in the dust cover until it is fully seated.

Fig 1: Applying Specified Grease To Lip And Inside Of Dust Cover
Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Fig 2: Driving In Dust Cover
Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Using special tool MB991007, drive in the dust cover plate until it contacts the projection of the ball joint.
Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing it with your finger.