The first stage in repairing the lower compression and lateral arm assemblies is to remove both the lower arm
Ball Joint and knuckle. Bind the end of the special tool to a part around it and unscrew the nut, but do not remove it. When inspecting, apply shock to the ball joint stud, then install the nut and check its torque using the tool; ball joint values are 0.5 - 2.5 Nm (4 - 22 inch lbs.) on compression lower arm ball joints and 1.5 Nm (13 inch lbs.) or less on lateral lower arm ball joints. Should the measured result be above the standard, you should swap out the arm assembly in question. Should the ball joint show a lower value, make sure it moves around easily and does not have much extra play. Check the lower arm ball joint cover next; push on it lightly with your finger to find any cracks; if it is damaged, swap out the whole lower arm assembly so the ball joint is not damaged. Should the dust cover become damaged by mistake when servicing, take it out and put Mopar Multi-mileage Lubricant on the lip and inside of the new cover, plus on the special part on the top of the lateral lower arm dust cover. Be sure to not get grease on the ball and knuckle joints; if it gets there, clean it off. With the special tool, insert the dust cover all the way into the pan and check again for any sign of damage.