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Inspection [12/2019 - ]: Procedure

  1. INSPECT REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY 
    1. Inspect the turning torque of the ball joint.
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      1. Secure the rear stabilizer link assembly in a vise using aluminum plates.
        NOTE:

        Do not overtighten the vise.

      2. Install the nut to the rear stabilizer link assembly stud.
      3. Move the stud back and forth several times. Using a torque wrench, turn the stud continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the 5th turn.

        Standard Turning Torque

        0.05 to 1.96 N.m (0.6 to 19 kgf/cm, 0.5 to 17 in.lbf)

        HINT: 

        If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the rear stabilizer link assembly with a new one.

    2. Inspect the dust cover.
      1. Check that the dust cover is not cracked and that there is no grease on it.

        HINT: 

        If the dust cover is cracked or there is grease on it, replace the rear stabilizer link assembly with a new one.

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