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Ball Joint

FRONT LOWER ARM INSPECTION

Rotate the ball joint stud 5 times. Measure the rotational torque.






Front lower arm rotational torque
- If not within the specification, replace the lower arm.
- 1.2-2.2 Nm {13-22 kgf-cm, 11-19 in-lbf} max.

FRONT UPPER ARM INSPECTION

Rotate the ball joint five times. Measure the rotational torque using a suitable allen socket and a torque wrench.






Front upper arm ball joint rotation torque
- If not within the specification, replace the lower arm component.
- 1.5 Nm {15 kgf-cm, 13 in-lbf} max.