Swinging Force
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Before checking the axial forces and end play, turn the lower ball joint at least 10 revolutions so that the ball joint is properly broken in.
- Measure the ball joint swinging force using a suitable tool.
- Measure at the cotter pin hole for upper ball joint as shown.
- Measure at the groove for lower ball joint as shown.
- Verify the ball joint swinging force is within specification.
Swinging force "A" (Measurement point at either cotter pin hole or groove of ball stud)
Upper : 8.1 - 79 N (0.83 - 8.1 kg-f, 1.82 - 17.8 lb-f) at hole
Lower : 11.4 - 145.5 N (1.16 - 14.84 kg-f, 2.56 - 32.71 lb-f) at groove