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Ball Joint




Front Knuckle Ball Joint Wear


Compare measured gaps. Testing and Inspection






Install a new ball joint if the difference is more than 0.2 mm (0.008 in).
If the difference is less than 0.2 mm (0.008 in), the knuckle ball joint is OK.

Note: If any ball joint is loose or damaged, replace the ball joint.