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Ball Joint Boot: Installation
2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2002 Acura 3.2CL, and 2001 Acura 3.2CL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install boot on ball joint, then squeeze it gently to force out any air. For lower ball joint, adjust Ball Joint Boot Clip (07GAG-SD40700) with adjusting bolt (B) until its base is just above groove around the bottom of boot. Then slide clip over ball joint boot clip and into position on boot. See Fig 1 .
- For upper ball joint, just hold tool over joint, then slide clip over ball joint boot clip and into position on boot. After installing boot, wipe any grease off exposed portion of ball joint shaft.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.