
INSTRUCTIONS FOR:
MERCEDES/RENAULT LOWER BALL JOINT
REMOVER/INSTALLER
MODEL No: VS1274
Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard, this product will, if used according to these
instructions, and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS & CAUTIONS. USE THE
PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR
PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
1. SAFETY
WARNING! Ensure Health and Safety, local authority and general workshop practice regulations are adhered to when using tools.
DO NOT use tools if damaged.
Maintain tools in good and clean condition for best and safest performance.
Lubricate the force screw before use.
Ensure that the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended jacking points are used when jacking up a vehicle.
Ensure that a vehicle which has been jacked up is adequately supported with axle stands.
Wear approved eye protection. A full range of personal safety equipment is available from your Sealey dealer.
Wear suitable clothing to avoid snagging. DO NOT wear jewellery and tie back long hair.
DO NOT use air tools.
DO NOT use this tool whilst tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating medication.
DO NOT allow untrained personnel to use this tool.
Account for all tools, and parts being used and DO NOT leave them near the engine.
When not in use store in a safe, dry, childproof location.
s IMPORTANT: Always refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s service instructions, or a proprietary manual, to establish the current procedure and
data.
WARNING: The warnings, cautions and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may
occur. It must be understood that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be
applied by the operator.
ALWAYS KEEP
FORCE SCREW
WELL LUBRICATED
DO NOT USE
AIR TOOLS
2. INTRODUCTION
Suitable for the in situ removal and installation of front lower ball joints on Mercedes W220, W211, W230 and Renault Megane. No need to
disassemble. Also includes a selection of multipurpose sleeves, which have various automotive applications. Use with ratchet wrench.
3. APPLICATIONS
MERCEDES
W220 S-Class (98 - 06)
W211 E-class (02 - 09)
W230 SL (02 - on)
RENAULT
Megane (02-08 with 18mm ball pin)
Item Part No. Description
1 VS1274-01 C-Clamp
2 VS1274-02 Force Screw
3 VS1274-03 Stepped Sleeve Adaptor
4 VS1274-04 Installation Pressure Piece (Mercedes)
5 VS1274-05 Installation Pressure Piece (Renault)
6 VS1274-06 Sleeve (50.5mm)
7 VS1274-07 Sleeve (65.3mm)
8 VS1274-08 Sleeve (76mm)
9 VS1274-09 Installation Cup (Mercedes)
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Original Language Version
10 VS1274-10 Extraction Cup (Mercedes)
11 VS1274-11 Extraction Cup (Mercedes)
12 VS1274-12 Extraction Cup (Renault)
13 VS1274-13 Extraction Pressure Piece (Mercedes)
14 VS1274-14 Extraction Pressure Piece (Renault)
15 VS1274-15 Installation Cup (Renault)
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Environmental Protection
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted,
taken to a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment.
When the product becomes completely unserviceable and requires disposal, drain off any fluids (if applicable)
into approved containers and dispose of the product and the fluids according to local regulations.
NOTE: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component parts without prior notice.
IMPORTANT: No liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
WARRANTY: Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which will be required for any claim.
INFORMATION: For a copy of our latest catalogue and promotions call us on 01284 757525 and leave your full name and address, including postcode.
© Jack Sealey Limited
Sole UK Distributor, Sealey Group,
Kempson Way, Suffolk Business Park,
Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk,
IP32 7AR
Original Language Version
01284 757500
01284 703534
www.sealey.co.uk
sales@sealey.co.uk
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