INSPECT REAR STABILIZER LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY
Hold the rear stabilizer link sub-assembly between aluminium plates in a vise as shown in the illustration.
Note
Do not overtighten the vise.
As shown in the illustration, move the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times before installing the nut.
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 fifth turn.
| Turning torque |
|---|
| 0.05 to 1.96 N*m (0.510 to 19.8 kgf*cm, 0.443 to 17.3 in.*lbf) |
Check for any cracks and grease leaks on the ball joint dust cover.