Inspection [12/2012 - ]: Procedure

INSPECT REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH

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1. Inspect the turning torque of the ball joint.
  1. Install the installation nut to the ball joint stud.
  2. Move the stud back and forth 5 times. Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 2 to 4 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the fifth turn.
    Standard turning torque
    
    0.5 to 3.4 N*m (5.1 to 35 kgf*cm, 4.4 to 30 in.*lbf)
    
    If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the rear No. 1 suspension arm with a new one.
2. Check the dust boots for cracks or grease leakage.