RAM 2500 Van V8-5.2L Prop VIN 2 (2000)
Ball Joint: Testing and Inspection
Lower Ball Joint
1. Raise the front of the vehicle. Install safety floor stands under both lower suspension arms as far outboard as possible. Lower the vehicle onto the
stands to support some or all of the vehicle weight.
CAUTION: The upper suspension arms must not contact the rebound bumpers.
2. Install a dial indicator solidly to the lower suspension arm.
3. Position indicator plunger against steering knuckle arm and zero indicator.
4. Raise and lower the wheel with a pry bar under the center of the tire. Measure the axial movement of the knuckle with respect to the suspension
arm.
5. If the travel is 0.51 mm (0.020 inch) or more, replace the ball joint.
