Stabilizer Link Ball Joint Rotation Starting Torque Check

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Required Special Tool:

MB990326: Preload socket

Move the stabilizer link ball joint stud back and forth for several times, install the stud with nut, and measure the stabilizer link ball joint rotation torque using the preload socket special tool MB990326.

TORQUE SPECIFICATION (STANDARD VALUE)

Within 10 to 30°C (50 to 86°F)	0.2 to 2.0 N.m (1.8 to 18 in-lb)
Not within 10 to 30°C (50 to 86°F)	0.2 to 5.0 N.m (1.8 to 44 in-lb)

Fig 1: Measuring Stabilizer Link Ball Joint Rotation Torque

Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

If the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the stabilizer link. (Refer to STABILIZER BAR ).
When the measured value stays within the standard range, if the stabilizer link ball joint has looseness or gritty feeling, it is judged as unusable. Then, replace the stabilizer link. (Refer to STABILIZER BAR ).