Stabilizer Link Ball Joint Rotation Starting Torque Check
STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT ROTATION STARTING TORQUE CHECKRequired Special Tool:
^ MB990326: Preload Socket
1. After shaking the ball joint stud several times, install the nut to the stud and use special tool MB990326 to measure the rotation starting torque of the ball joint.
Standard value: 0.5 - 2.9 N-m (4.4 - 26 in-lb)
2. When the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the stabilizer link.
3. When the measured value is lower than the standard value, check that the ball joint turns smoothly without excessive play. If so, it is possible to re-use that ball joint.