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Inspection [11/2021 - ]: Procedure

  1. INSPECT REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY 
    1. Inspect the turning torque of the ball joint.
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      1. Secure the rear stabilizer link assembly in a vise using aluminum plates.
        NOTE:

        Do not overtighten the vise.

      2. Install the nut to the rear stabilizer link assembly stud.
      3. Move the stud back and forth several times. 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.

        Standard Turning Torque

        0.05 to 1.96 N.m (0.6 to 19 kgf/cm, 0.5 to 17 in.lbf)

      4. Turn the stud to check that the stud does not catch and there is no play.
      5. If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the rear stabilizer link assembly with a new one.
    2. Inspect the dust cover.
      1. Check that the dust cover is not cracked and that there is no grease on it.
      2. If the dust cover is cracked or there is grease on it, replace the rear stabilizer link assembly with a new one.
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