Steering - Lubricating Joints With Grease Fittings
Number 84-0-14 Date 7/84Subject: LUBRICATING JOINTS THAT HAVE GREASE FITTINGS
ALL 1984 MODELS
Wipe off all dirt from the grease fitting before lubricating the joint. Ball joints should not be lubricated unless their temperature is -12~ C. (10~F.) or higher. During cold weather, the ball joint should be allowed to warm-up as necessary before being lubricated. Use a low pressure grease gun on all joints to prevent seal damage.
Relay Rod (Rear-Wheel-Drive Models): Apply grease until grease flows out around seal.
Idler Arm (Rear-Wheel-Drive Models): Apply grease while pushing up and pulling down on the idler arm (this will prevent "grease lock".) Apply grease until grease is seen at seal.
Front or Rear Ball Joints (All Models): Apply grease slowly while watching grease seal. Apply grease until grease is seen bleeding from the seal. If the seal expands but no grease is seen, do not apply any more grease. Allow time for the grease to bleed from the seal.
All Joints: Wipe off all excess grease.