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Rear Suspension

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Ball Joint:





Visual Inspection
^ Check suspension arm and bushing for deformation, cracks or damage. If any non-standard condition is found, replace it.
^ Check boot of ball joint for cracks or damage, and also for grease leakage. If a malfunction is detected, replace suspension arm.

Ball Joint Inspection
Manually move ball stud at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.