Ball Joint: Specifications

Front Ball Joint Wear Limit

Axial Play
Pull control arm firmly downward in - direction of arrow - and press back up again





Radial Clearance
Press wheel firmly in and out at bottom in - direction of arrow -





There should not be any noticeable or visible "play" in either of the two checks

Observe lower ball joint while performing checks

Make allowance for any wheel bearing play or "play" in strut mounting at top

Check rubber boot for damage, replace lower ball joint, if necessary