Ball Joint: Testing and Inspection

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
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.