Ball Joint Axial End Play
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Infiniti Q50. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
When vertically swinging tires with the vehicle lifted, set a jack (A) to garage jack point (rear) or other position to prevent wheel separations.
- Set front wheels in a straight-ahead position.
- Check ball joint boot for cracks or other damage. If there are cracks or other damage, replace transverse link.
- Lift the vehicle and vertically swing tires
by hand to check if the ball joint has a backlash. If it has a backlash, replace transverse link.
NOTE:- If a rattling noise is generated while travelling, check ball joint axial end play.
- If a roaring noise is generated while travelling, check if the wheel hub assembly bearing has a axial end play. Refer to INSPECTION .