S10/T10 P/U 2WD V6-262 4.3L VIN Z TBI (1995)
Ball Joint: Testing and Inspection
Upper
Fig. 1 Upper Ball Joint Inspection
Before checking ball joints, wheel bearings must be properly adjusted.
1. Raise vehicle and position floor stands under right and left lower control arms near each lower ball joint.
2. Position dial indicator against wheel rim, Fig. 1.
3. Shake wheel, Fig. 1, and read gauge. Horizontal deflection should not exceed.125 inch.
4. If reading exceeds.125 inch, or if ball stud has been disconnected from knuckle assembly and any looseness is detected or stud is loose, replace
ball joint.
