FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Procedures






Ball Joint, Checking

Axial Play, Checking






- Pull transverse link down and press up again.

Radial Clearance, Checking






- Press wheel firmly in and out at bottom.

Observe lower ball joint while performing checks.

There should not be any noticeable or visible "play" in either of the two checks.

Make allowance for any wheel bearing play or "play" in strut mounting at top.

Check rubber boot for damage, replace lower ball joint, if necessary.