Component Tests

On-vehicle Service
FRONT SUSPENSION PARTS
Check the front axle and front suspension parts for any excessive play, cracks, wear, or other damage.





^ Raise the vehicle on a hoist and shake each front wheel to check for excessive play.
^ Make sure that the cotter pin is inserted in the lower ball joint.
^ Retighten all of the axle and suspension nuts and bolts to the specified torque.
Tightening torques: Refer to "Components".





^ Check the strut for any oil leakage or other damage.
^ Check the suspension ball joint for grease leakage and the ball joint dust cover for any cracks or other damage.
If the ball joint dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the transverse link.





^ Measure the Ride Height "Hf" and "Hr" from the top of the wheelarch to the ground.
^ For proper measurement of the vehicle height, the vehicle must be unladen*, parked on a level surface, and tires checked for proper inflation and wear (the tread wear indicators must not be showing).
* Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
^ Bounce the vehicle up and down several times before measuring the height.
Standard height: Refer to "Ride Height (Unladen*)".
^ The Ride Height is not adjustable. If the height is out of specification, check for worn springs or suspension parts.