For 1990-2009 cars only
- Rest the vehicle on a level surface.
- Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with suitable safety stands. Support the lower control arm with a floor stand or jack, as far outboard as possible, near the ball joint.
- Wipe the ball joints clean. Check the seals for cuts or tears.
- Adjust the front wheel bearings. Refer to Wheel Bearing Adjustment .
- Check the ball joints for vertical looseness.
Important:
• The vehicle must be stable and should not rock on the floor stands. • The upper control arm boot seal must not contact the frame.
Important: If a seal is cut or torn, the ball joint MUST be replaced.
| • | With the vehicle on the jack stands, place a dial indicator against the spindle to show vertical movement. |
| • | Pry between the lower control arm and the outer race while reading the dial indicator. This will show vertical looseness in the ball joints. |
| • | If the dial indicator reading is more than 2 mm (0.08 in), replace the ball joint. |
