Outer Socket and Inner Socket

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SWING TORQUE

Measure the swing torque, using Tool. When ball stud and inner socket start moving the measured value must be within the specification. If the reading is outside the specification, replace the socket. Refer to "STEERING OUTER SOCKET AND INNER SOCKET ".
Tool number: - (J-44372)

Fig 1: Measuring Outer And Inner Socket Swing Torque
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ROTATING TORQUE

Measure the rotating torque, using Tool. If the value is outside the specification, replace the outer socket.
Tool number: ST3127S000 (J-25765-A)

Rotating torque: Refer to "STEERING OUTER SOCKET AND INNER SOCKET ".

Fig 2: Measuring Steering Outer Socket And Inner Socket Rotating Torque
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AXIAL END PLAY

Apply a load of 490 N (50 kg-f, 110 lb-f) to the ball stud axially. Use a dial gauge to measure the amount of the movement that the stud makes. If the value is outside the specification, replace the sockets.
Outer socket: Refer to "STEERING OUTER SOCKET AND INNER SOCKET ".

Inner socket: Refer to "STEERING OUTER SOCKET AND INNER SOCKET ".

Fig 3: Applying Load On Ball Stud Axially
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