Component Tests
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLYOn-Vehicle Inspection and Service
Make sure the mounting conditions (looseness, back lash) of each component and component statues (wear, damage) are normal.
INSPECTION OF BALL JOINT END PLAY OF EACH LINK
1. Set front wheels in a straight-ahead position. Do not depress brake pedal.
2. Check ball joint axial end play of each link.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage ball joint boot.
Upper Link Ball Joint
^ Measure axial end play by installing and moving up/down with an iron pry bar or something similar between upper link and steering knuckle.
Standard value
Axial end play: 0 mm (0 inch)
Steering Knuckle Lower Ball Joint
^ Measure axial end play by installing and moving up/down with an iron pry bar or something similar between steering knuckle and wheel.
Standard value
Axial end play: 0 mm (0 inch)
Compression Rod Ball Joint
^ Measure axial end play by installing and moving up/down with an iron pry bar or something similar between compression rod and transverse link.
Standard value
Axial end play: 0 mm (0 inch)