Upper & Lower Arms: Inspection
- Check bushing for wear and deterioration. Check upper and lower arms for bends and breakage. Check ball joint dust covers for cracks. Check all bolts for wear and damage. Replace components as necessary.
- Check ball joint starting torque. Deflect ball joint stud side to side several times. Install 2 nuts on ball joint. Using INCH lb. torque wrench, measure ball joint starting torque. Starting torque should be 17-78 INCH lbs. (2-9 N.m). If starting torque exceeds specification, replace arm. If ball joint starting torque is less than specification, ball joint may be reused unless it has drag and excessive play.