Upper Link

UPPER LINK


Inspection


INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Appearance
Check the following items, and replace the part if necessary.
- Upper link and bushing for deformation, cracks or damage.
- Ball joint boot for cracks or other damage, and also for grease leakage.

Ball Joint Inspection
Manually move ball stud to confirm it moves smoothly with no binding.

Swing Torque Inspection

NOTE:
Before measurement, move ball stud at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.





- Hook a spring balance (A) at cutout on ball stud. Confirm spring balance measurement value is within specifications when ball stud begins moving.

Standard
Swing torque : Refer to "Ball Joint". Front Suspension

- If swing torque exceeds standard range, replace upper link assembly.

Rotating Torque Inspection
- Attach mounting nut to ball stud. Make sure that rotating torque is within specifications with a preload gauge (A) [SST: ST3127S000





(J-25765-A)].

Standard
Rotarian torque : Refer to "Ball Joint". Front Suspension

- If rotating torque exceeds torque range, replace upper link assembly.

Axial End Play Inspection
- Move tip of ball stud in axial direction to check for looseness.

Standard
Axial end play : Refer to "Ball Joint". Front Suspension

- If axial end play exceeds standard range, replace upper link assembly.

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check shock absorber actuator harness connector for proper connection (with Continuous Damping Control).
2. Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to Exploded View.
3. Check wheel alignment. Refer to Inspection.
4. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to Description Special Repair Requirement Description Special Repair Requirement