Control Arm: Service and Repair

TRANSVERSE LINK AND LOWER BALL JOINT

REPLACEMENT

1. Separate drive shaft from knuckle. (4WD)
Refer to Axle Shaft Assembly, Constant Velocity Type.

2. Separate lower ball joint stud from knuckle.





3. Remove lower ball joint assembly from transverse link.

4. Remove transverse link.

5. Reverse procedure to install, being sure that final tightening is carried out at curb weight with tires on ground.

6. After installation, check wheel alignment.
Refer to Alignment.


INSPECTION

Transverse Link
- Check transverse link for damage, cracks or deformation. Replace it if necessary.
- Check rubber bushing for damage, cracks and deformation. Replace transverse link if necessary.

Lower Ball Joint








- Check ball joint for excessive play. Replace lower ball joint assembly if any of the following exists:
- Ball stud is worn.
- Joint is hard to swing.
- Play in axial direction is excessive.
- Before checking, turn ball joint at least 10 revolutions so that ball joint is properly broken in.

Swing force "A":
Refer to illustration
NOTE: Measuring point: cotter pin hole of ball stud.
Turning torque "B":
Refer to illustration
Vertical end play "C":
Refer to illustration

- Check dust cover for damage. Replace it and cover clamp if necessary.