Upper Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Do not damage the upper arm ball joint dust cover during maintenance.

Using your fingers, press the dust cover to check for a crack or damage.
If the dust cover has a crack or damage, replace the upper arm. (Refer to UPPER ARM ASSEMBLY ).
NOTE: If the dust cover has a crack or damage, the ball joint could be damaged.
If the dust cover is damaged during maintenance, replace the dust cover. (Refer to UPPER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER REPLACEMENT ).