FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT INSPECTION

PROCEDURE


  1. INSPECT FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A004MOV

      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. Move the stud back and forth several times. 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.

        Standard Turning Torque
        T=0.98 to 3.43 N*m (10 to 35 kgf*cm, 8.7 to 30 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.