Tools Required
J 8001
Dial Indicator Set
Important:
• | The vehicle must rest on a level surface. |
• | The vehicle must be stable. Do not rock the vehicle on the floor stands. |
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
- Clean and inspect the ball joint seal for cuts or tears. If the ball joint seal is damaged, replace the ball joint. Refer to
Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement
.
- Support the lower control arm with a floor stand as far outboard as possible and raise the suspension to just below ride height.
- Install
J 8001
or a suitable dial indicator in a way to
measure vehicle lash in the ball joint.
Important: Do not pry between the lower control arm and the wheel drive shaft boot.
- Gently lift or pry the suspension to induce ball joint movement.
- If the dial indicator reading is more than 0.5 mm (0.020 in), replace the ball joint. Refer to
Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement
.