Dust Boot Installation Note

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Dust Boot Installation Note
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  1. Wipe the grease off the ball stud.
  2. Fill the inside of the new dust boot with grease.
  3. Press the boot onto the ball joint using the SST.
    Fig 1: Installing Dust Boot
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  4. Wipe away the excess grease.
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