Stabilizer Control Link Inspection

Remove the stabilizer control link from the vehicle. (See FRONT STABILIZER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Inspect for bending and damage.
Measure the ball joint starting torque.
1. Rock the ball joint stud side to side 10 times.
2. Rotate the ball joint stud 10 times.
3. Measure the starting torque using a suitable allen socket and a torque wrench.
Front stabilizer control link ball joint starting torque

0.2-0.9 N.m {2.1-9.1 kgf.cm, 1.8-7.9 in.lbf}

Fig 1: Identifying Ball Joint Stud And Torque Wrench
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.