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- Check the lower arm bushing for wear and
deterioration.
- Check the lower arm assembly for bend or
breakage.
- Check all bolts for condition and
straightness.
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1.After shaking the ball
joint stud several times, use special tool preload socket
(MB990326) to measure the starting torque of the ball
joint.
note |
Rotation starting torque
measurement should be carried out with parts
temperature above 0°C.
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Standard value: 1.0 - 6.9
N·m 2.If the measured value is not
within the standard value, or if the ball joint is difficult
to turn or does not turn smoothly, replace the lower arm
assembly (Refer to ).
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1.Check the lower arm ball
joint dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing it with
your finger.
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2.If the lower arm ball
joint dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the lower
arm assembly (Refer to ).
note |
If the dust cover is cracked
or damaged, it is possible that there may also
be damage to the ball joint.
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