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Corona & Pickup

To check lower ball joint, jack up lower suspension arm and check for ball joint looseness by moving wheel vertically and horizontally. Movement limit in vertical direction should be less than 0.04" (1 mm) Corona and 0.20" (5.0 mm) Pickup. Movement limit in horizontal direction should be less than 0.08" (2 mm) Corona and 0.09" (2.3 mm) Pickup.

NOTE: Ensure other suspension parts are tight before checking ball joints. To check upper ball joints, disconnect upper suspension arm from steering knuckle. Turn ball stud and check for excessive looseness or tightness. Replace ball joint if it is excessively loose or tight.