Upper Ball Joint

UPPER SUSPENSION ARM BALL JOINT INSPECTION

NOTE: Inspect the ball joint for rotation condition, doing the following.





a. As shown, flip the ball joint stud back and forth five times, before installing the nut.
b. Using torque wrench, turn the nut continuously one turn each 2 - 4 seconds and take the torque reading on the fifth turn. The turning torque should be 1.0 - 3.4 Nm (9-30 inch lbs.).
c. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE: After installation, check the ABS speed sensor signal and the rear wheel alignment.