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Ball Joint

Front Ball Stud Castle Nut-Lower Control Arm 40 ft. lbs.
Ball Stud Nuts-Replacement Ball Joint
This is a prevailing torque type fastener. This fastener may be reused ONLY if: The fastener and its counterpart are clean and free from rust. (Note continues in next cell)
50 ft. lbs.
The fastener develops a specified amount of torque (drag) against its counterpart prior to the fastener seating If the fastener does not meet these criteria, REPLACE the fastener.
Rear Ball Joint Nut 44 ft. lbs.
Wear Limit See Note
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