Rear stabilizer control link ball joint starting torque

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0.8-3.5 N.m {8.2-35 kgf.cm, 7.1-30 in.lbf}

If not within the specification, replace the rear stabilizer control link. (See REAR STABILIZER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Even when within the specification, if there is excessive play in the rear stabilizer control link ball joint, replace the rear stabilizer control link. (See REAR STABILIZER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)