INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY
(a) Inspect the turning torque of the ball joint.
(1) Secure the rear stabilizer link assembly in a vise using aluminum plates.
NOTICE:
Do not overtighten the vise.
(2) Install the nut to the rear stabilizer link assembly stud.
(3) Move the stud back and forth several times. Using a torque wrench, turn the stud continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the 5th turn.
Standard Turning Torque:
0.05 to 1.96 N*m (0.6 to 19 kgf*cm, 0.5 to 17 in.*lbf)
HINT:
If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the rear stabilizer link assembly with a new one.
(4) Turn the stud to check that the stud does not catch and there is no play.
HINT:
If the stud catches or there is play while turning, replace the rear stabilizer link assembly with a new one.
(b) Inspect the dust cover.
(1) Check that the dust cover is not cracked and that there is no grease on it.
HINT:
If the dust cover is cracked or there is grease on it, replace the rear stabilizer link assembly with a new one.