RAM 3500 Truck 4WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2003)
6. Set up a jackstand and use a long prybar to lift the knuckle assembly, pry upwards on the flat part of the steering knuckle next to the ball joint
stud and nut using the jackstand as leverage. Record the reading on the dial indicator This will be the second reading.
7. Add the two reading together for a total lower ball joint movement, If this reading is above 2.29 mm (0.090 in) then replacement of the lower
ball joint is necessary.
