Component Tests and General Diagnostics
Exploded View FSU-5:
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
Front Suspension Parts
Check front suspension parts for excessive play, cracks, wear and other damage.
^ Shake each front wheel to check for excessive play.
If looseness is noted, inspect wheel bearing end play, then check ball joint end play.
Refer to FAX-5, "WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION".
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Refer to FSU-15, "Inspection". Service and Repair
^ Make sure that the cotter pin is inserted (4WD only).
^ Retighten all nuts and bolts to the specified torque.
Suspension component torque: Refer to Exploded View FSU-5.
^ Check shock absorber for oil leakage and other damage.
^ Check suspension ball joint for grease leakage and ball joint dust cover for cracks and other damage.