Cleaning The Ball Joint Mounting

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Fig 1: Cleaning Ball Joint Mounting

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

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Always use protective goggles.

Clean the mating surfaces for the ball joint and seat. Use a rotating wire brush.

Lubricate the seat with wheel bearing grease, part number 1161689 (75 ml).