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Ball Joint Checking

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Turn off air suspension system, if equipped. Raise and support front of vehicle under lower control arm. Have assistant grasp tire at upper and lower edge. Move tire in and out in a rocking motion. Replace ball joint(s) if movement exceeds .03" (.79 mm).