Front Upper Control Arm Ball Stud

Inspect:
1. Raise vehicle and position floor stands under both lower control arms as near as possible to each ball stud.

Important: Vehicle must be stable and should not rock on floor stands.

2. Position dial indicator against wheel rim.
3. Grasp wheel and push in on bottom of tire while pulling out at top. Read gage, then reverse push-pull procedure. Horizontal deflection on dial indicator should not exceed 3.18 mm (0.125 inch).
^ If dial indicator reading exceeds 3.18 mm (0.125 inch), replace ball stud.
4. Anytime ball stud is disconnected from steering knuckle, check for looseness or if ball stud can be twisted in its socket with your fingers. If either of these conditions exist, replace ball stud.
5. Lower vehicle.