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Upper Arm

Ball Joint Rotating Torque
Standard value 0.5 - 1.5 Nm (5 - 15 kg-cm, 4.43 - 13.27 inch)
- If the rotating torque exceeds the upper limit of standard value, replace the upper arm assembly.
- Even if the rotating toque is below the lower limit of the standard value, the ball joint may be reused unless it has drag and excessive play.

Note: Measure at the range of 0.5 - 2 rpm after vibrating 3° at room temperature after approx. 24 hours from assembly.