PROCEDURE
INSPECT FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY
Flip the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times as shown in the illustration.
Temporarily install the nut, and use a torque wrench to turn the nut continuously at a rate of 2 to 4 seconds per turn. Take the torque reading on the 5th turn.
| Standard turning torque |
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| 1.96 N*m (20 kgf*cm, 17.3 in.*lbf) or less |
If the value is not within the specified range, replace the front stabilizer link assembly.
Check the dust boot for cracks or grease leakage.