FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT INSPECTION


  1. INSPECT FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NDAG

      Inspect the turning torque of the ball joint.


      1. Secure the front lower ball joint in a vise using aluminum plates.

      2. Install the nut to the front lower ball joint stud.

      3. Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the 5th turn.

        Turning torque
        0.7 to 4.5 N*m (7 to 46 kgf*cm, 6 to 40 in.*lbf)

        If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the front lower ball joint with a new one.

    2. Inspect the dust cover.


      1. Check that the dust cover is not cracked and that there is no grease on it.