Transverse Link Assembly: Inspection
- Check tension rod, stabilizer bar and transverse link for damage, cracks, deformation; replace transverse link assembly if necessary.
- Check rubber bushing for damage, cracks and deformation; replace tension rod or transverse link assembly if necessary.
- Check ball joint for excessive play. Replace transverse link assembly if any of the following exists:
- Ball stud is worn.
- Joint is hard to swing.
- Play in axial direction is excessive.
Before checking, turn ball joint at least 10 revolutions so that ball joint is properly broken in.
Swinging force:
Refer to SDS .
Turning torque:
Refer to SDS .
Vertical end play:
Refer to SDS .
- Check dust cover for damage. Replace it and cover clamp if necessary.