RAM 3500 Truck 4WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2003)
Ball Joint: Specifications
Tighten lower ball stud nut to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.) torque. Do not install cotter pin at this time.
Tighten upper ball stud nut to 94 Nm (70 ft. lbs.) torque. Advance nut to next slot to line up hole and install new cotter pin.
Retorque lower ball stud nut to 190 - 217 Nm (140 - 160 ft. lbs.) torque. Advance nut to next slot to line up hole and install new cotter pin.
