Replacing the Ball Joints
Remove the platform and completely unscrew the four nuts while holding the hexagonal extension.
Use size 13 and 17 open-end wrenches.
| Symbols | Meaning |
|---|---|
| a | Nut |
| b | Hexagonal extension |
Remove the upper assembly.
| Symbols | Meaning |
|---|---|
| a | Upper assembly |
Hold the axis with a size 10 open-end wrench while loosening the ball joint.
| Symbols | Meaning |
|---|---|
| a | Ball joints |
| b | Axis |
Apply a drop of adhesive (type: Loctite 243 or similar) to the outer thread of the new ball joint.
Securely tighten the new ball joint by hand only (mounting bush + extension), while holding the axis with a size 10 open-end wrench.
(Do not use a tool)
| Symbols | Meaning |
|---|---|
| a | New ball joint |
| b | Axis |
Place the upper assembly on the 4 ball joints and carefully align the holes opposite the threads.
| Symbols | Meaning |
|---|---|
| a | Upper assembly |
Apply a drop of adhesive (type: Loctite 243 or similar) to the nuts.
Tighten the four nuts while holding the hexagonal extension with a size 17 open-end wrench. (4.4 N·m)
| Symbols | Meaning |
|---|---|
| a | Hexagonal extension |