Ball Joint Boot Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Acura MDX, 2008 Acura MDX, and 2007 Acura MDX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special Tools Required

Hub dis/assembly tool, 42 mm 07GAF-SD40200

Remove the lower arm (see LOWER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Remove the boot.
Pack the interior and lip (A) of a new boot with grease. Keep the grease off of the boot-to-lower arm mating surfaces (B).

Fig 1: Identifying Grease Applying Area
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Wipe the grease off the tapered portion of the ball joint pin (C), and pack fresh grease into the base (D). Do not let dirt or other foreign materials get into the boot.
Install the boot on the ball joint, then squeeze it gently to force out any air.
Press the boot with the hub dis/assembly tool until the bottom seats on the lower arm (A) all the way around.

Fig 2: Identifying Boot With Hub Dis/Assembly Tool
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
After installing a boot, wipe any grease off the exposed portion of the ball joint pin.
Install the lower arm (see LOWER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).