Inspection After Removal

Check the following items, and replace the components as necessary.

Upper Link Inspection 

Check the upper link for deformation, cracks, or damage.

Ball Joint Inspection 

• Manually move the ball joint to confirm that it moves smoothly with no binding.
• Check the ball joint for cracks, grease leaks, or other damage.

Swinging Torque Inspection 

1. Move the ball joint at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.
2. Hook Tool (A) on the ball joint as shown. Confirm that the measurement value is within specifications when the ball joint begins moving.

   Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

   Tool number	: - (J-44372)
   Swinging torque	: Refer to Ball Joint .

   • If the swinging torque exceeds the standard range, replace the upper link.

Rotating Torque Inspection 

1. Move the ball joint at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.
2. Confirm that the measurement value is within specifications when the ball joint begins rotating.

   Rotating torque

   : Refer to Ball Joint .

   • If the rotating torque exceeds the standard range, replace the upper link.

Axial End Play Inspection 

1. Move the ball joint at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.
2. Move the tip of the ball joint in the axial direction to check for looseness.
   • If the axial end play exceeds the standard value, replace the upper link.