Ball Joint: Specifications

Wear Limit
Using a dial indicator, measure 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 lbf).

Standard maximum: 0.4 mm (0.016 in.)
If the joint play is not as specified, replace the lower ball joint.

Standard turning torque: 0.1 to 3.0 N*m (1 to 30 kgf*cm, 0.9 to 26 in.*lbf)