Ball Joint: Testing and Inspection

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION





1. INSPECT LOWER BALL JOINT EXCESSIVE PLAY ON-VEHICLE
a. Remove the tire and install the hub nuts to the disc.
b. Using a dial indicator, check the lower ball joint for excessive play when you push the hub nuts up and down with a force of 294 N (30 kgf, 66 lbs.).

Maximum: 0.9 mm (0.035 inch)

If it is not within the specification, replace the lower ball joint.