Ball Joint: Adjustments

1. Following ball joint installation, remove shims until ball pin is secure in socket when bolts are tightened to correct specification.
2. Remove ball pin and add shims to value of .004-.006 inch.
3. Correct adjustment of ball pin is achieved by limiting vertical lift of ball pin (without lubrication) to .001-.008 inch.
4. When grease is added, amount of torque required to move ball pin must not exceed 9 inch lbs.
5. Shims are available in .002 inch and .004 inch thicknesses.
6. When correct adjustment has been obtained, lock over tab washers.