Ball Joint Inspection
- Measure play of ball joint by the following procedures. Replace with a new one when the play exceeds the specified value.
- With 690 N (70.4 kgf, 155 lb) loaded in the direction shown in Fig 1, measure dimension l 1
.
- With 690 N (70.4 kgf, 155 lb) loaded in the opposite direction shown in Fig 2, measure dimension l 2
.
- Calculate plays from the following formula.
- S = l 1
- 1 2
- When plays are larger than the following value, replace with a new one.
- FRONT BALL JOINT
- Specified play for replacement: S
- Less than .012" (.3 mm)
- When play is smaller than the specified value, visually inspect the dust cover.
- The ball joint and cover that have been removed must be checked for wear, damage or cracks, and any defective part must be replaced.
- If the dust cover is damaged, replace with the new ball joint.
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.