Ball Joint: Testing and Inspection

CHECKING AXIAL CLEARANCE





- Forcibly pull ball joint down and press up again.

CHECKING RADIAL PLAY





- Press lower part of wheel outward and inward.

NOTE:
- There must be no perceptible or visual "play" during either test.
- Observe ball joint during checks.
- Take into account possible existing wheel bearing play or "play" in upper suspension strut mounting.