FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Ball Joint Inspection (Rear Suspension)

With the weight of the vehicle resting on the road wheels, grasp the grease fitting and with no mechanical assistance or added force, attempt to move the grease fitting.

If the ball joint is worn, the grease fitting will move easily. If movement is noted, replacement of the ball joint is required.