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Front Suspension Balljoint Inspection Job Aid






Front Lower Ball Joint

Measurement Between lower control arm and knuckle

Deflection Vertical 0-0.030 in (0-0.8mm)






Reference Diagram A


Front Upper Ball Joint

Measurement Between upper control arm and knuckle

Deflection Vertical 0.8 mm (0-0.03 in)






Reference Diagram C