INSPECTION

1. Secure the front lower ball joint assembly in a vise using aluminum plates.
   

2. Install the nut to the front lower ball joint assembly stud.
   

3. 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.
   

   Turning torque:

   3.5 N*m (36 kgf*cm, 31 in.*lbf) or less
   

   HINT:

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

Inspect the dust cover.

1. Check that the dust cover is not cracked and that there is no grease on it.