Ball Joint

Turning Torque Of The Ball Joint
Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the 5th turn.
Torque 1.0 to 3.4 Nm (10 to 35 kgf-cm, 9 to 30 inch lbs.)

HINT: If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the front lower ball joint assembly with a new one.