Ball Joint Breakaway Torque (Stabilizer Ball Joint)
- After shaking the ball joint stud several times, install the nut to the stud and use Preload Socket (MB990326) to measure the breakaway torque of the ball joint. (Scheme 1)
- If the break away torque is more than 4.4-13.3 INCH lbs. (0.5-1.5 N.m), replace the stabilizer link. If the breakaway torque is less than 4.4-13.3 INCH lbs. (0.5-1.5 N.m), check that the ball joint turns smoothly without excessive play. If so, it si possible to reuse that ball joint.
Scheme 1
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) |
|---|---|
| Body-To-Trailing Arm Bolt | 81-95 (110-130) |
| Brake Assembly-To-Trailing Arm Bolt | 42-48 (55-65) |
| Control Link-To-Crossmember Nut | 81-95 (110-130) |
| Control Link-To-Trailing Arm Bolt | 59-74 (80-100) |
| Lower Arm-To-Crossmember Nut | 81-95 (110-130) |
| Lower Arm-To-Trailing Arm Nut | 59-81 (80-110) |
| Rear Hub Assembly Self-Locking Nut | 112-148 (150-200) |
| Shock Absorber Assembly-To-Body Nut | 30-36 (39-49) |
| Shock Absorber Assembly-To-Knuckle Nut | 59-81 (80-110) |
| Shock Absorber Jam Nut | 15-22 (20-30) |
| Stabilizer Bar Bracket Bolt | 16-21 (21-29) |
| Stabilizer Link Nut | 26-32 (34-44) |
| Upper Arm-To-Crossmember Nut | 83-95 (110-130) |
| Upper Arm-To-Trailing Arm Nut | 81-95 (110-130) |
| INCH Lbs. (N.m) | |
| Fixture Nut | 89-124 (10-14) |
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS