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Stabilizer Link Ball Joint Rotation Starting Torque Check

STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT ROTATION STARTING TORQUE CHECK

Required Special Tool:
^ MB990326: Preload socket





1. Move the stabilizer link ball joint stud back and forth for several times, install the stud with nut, and measure the stabilizer link ball joint rotation torque using the preload socket special tool MB990326.





2. If the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the stabilizer link.
3. When the measured value stays within the standard range, if the stabilizer link ball joint has looseness or gritty feeling, it is judged as unusable. Then, replace the stabilizer link.