Inspection

TRANSVERSE LINK

Inspection


INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Appearance
Check the following items, and replace the part if necessary.
- Transverse link and bushing for deformation, cracks or damage.
- Ball joint boot for cracks or other damage, and also for grease leakage.
Ball Joint Inspection
Manually move ball stud to confirm it moves smoothly with no binding.
Swing Torque Inspection
NOTE:
Before measurement, move ball stud at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.
1.Move the ball joint at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.





2.Hook a spring balance (A) at cotter pin mounting hole. Confirm spring balance measurement value is within specifications when ball stud begins moving.
Swing toque: Refer to "Ball Joint" Ball Joint.
- If swing torque exceeds standard range, replace transverse link assembly.
Rotating Torque Inspection
1.Move the ball joint at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.





2.Attach mounting nut to ball stud. Check that rotating torque is within specifications with a preload gauge (A) [SST:
ST3127S000 (J-25765-A)].
Rotating toque: Refer to "Ball Joint" Ball Joint.
- If rotating torque exceeds standard range, replace transverse link assembly.
Axial End Play Inspection
1.Move the ball joint at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.
2.Move tip of ball stud in axial direction to check for looseness.
Axial end play: Refer to "Ball Joint" Ball Joint.
- If axial end play exceeds standard range, replace transverse link assembly.

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

1.Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded View" Exploded View.
2.Check wheel alignment. Refer to "Inspection" Wheel Alignment Inspection.