FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT INSPECTION

PROCEDURE


  1. INSPECT FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY

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    1. Inspect the turning of the front lower ball joint.


      1. Flip the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times as shown in the illustration.

      2. Temporarily install the nut, and use a torque wrench to turn the nut continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn. Take the torque reading on the 5th turn.

        Standard turning torque
        6.0 N*m (61.1 kgf*cm, 53.1 in.*lbf) or less

        If the result is not as specified, replace the front lower ball joint assembly.

    2. Check the dust boot for cracks or grease leakage.