Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

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. Testing and Inspection.
- Check ball joint end play. Inspection.
- Make sure that the cotter pin is inserted in drive shaft end (4WD only).
- Retighten all nuts and bolts to the specified torque.
Suspension component torques:





- 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.