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Ball Joint

Lower Ball Joint Retaining Nuts 110 Nm (81 ft. lbs.)
Upper Ball Joint Pinch Bolt 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.)
Ball Joint Wear Limit - Front
The lower ball joint may show some looseness.
If the dial indicator reading is more than 3.18 mm (0.125 inch), replace the lower ball joint. If the lower ball joint is within specifications, and there is too much horizontal looseness, check the upper ball joint for wear.