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Lower Arm (Front) Inspection

FRONT LOWER ARM (FRONT) INSPECTION
1. Remove the lower arm (front) from the vehicle.
2. Inspect for damage, cracks, and bending.

3. Inspect the ball joint rotation torque.
1) Rotate the ball joint five times.
2) Measure the rotation torque using a suitable alien socket and a torque wrench.
^ If not within the specification, replace the lower arm component.
Rotation torque 1.18 - 2.23 Nm (12.1 - 22.7 kgf-cm, 10.5 - 19.7 inch lbs.)