Stabilizer Link Ball Joint Rotation Starting Torque Check

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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 starting torque using special tool preload socket (MB990326).
Standard value: 0.3 - 2.9 N.m (2.7 - 25.7 ft-lb)
When the measured value exceeds the standard range, replace the stabilizer link (Refer to STABILIZER BAR ).
When the measured value stays within the standard range, if there is any looseness or gritty feeling, it is judged as unusable and replaced.

Fig 1: Measuring Stabilizer Link Ball Joint Rotation Starting Torque Using Special Tool Preload Socket
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.