Inspection [12/2012 - ]: Procedure

INSPECT REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH

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NOTE:
Since the rear stabilizer link, rear stabilizer cushions and lock nut are not reusable, new parts must be installed.
1. Inspect the turning torque of the ball joint.
  1. Secure the rear stabilizer link assembly in a vise using aluminum plates.
  2. Install the nut to the rear stabilizer link assembly stud.
  3. Move the stud back and forth several times. Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the 5th turn.
    Standard turning torque
    
    0.05 to 1.96 N*m (0.5 to 20 kgf*cm, 0.4 to 17 in.*lbf)
    
    If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the rear stabilizer link assembly with a new one.
2. Inspect the dust cover.
  1. Check that the dust cover is not cracked and that there is no grease on it.