Inspection [10/2017 - ]: Procedure

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Inspect the turning torque of the ball joint.

1. Install the nut to the rear upper control arm assembly LH stud.
2. Using a torque wrench, turn the stud continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the 5th turn.

   Turning torque

   0.5 to 8.0 N.m (6 to 81 kgf/cm, 5 to 70 in.lbf)

   If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the rear upper control arm assembly LH with a new one.

1. Check that the dust cover is not cracked and that there is no grease on it.

   If the dust cover is cracked or there is grease on it, replace the rear upper control arm assembly LH with a new one.