Viper SRT-10 V10-8.4L (2008)
Ball Joint: Testing and Inspection
Front Lower Ball Joint
LOWER BALL JOINT
Replacement is necessary if more than 0.51 mm (0.02 in.) axial end play of the ball joint stud exists. Refer to the following procedure to inspect the
lower ball joint for wear.
CAUTION: When raising the vehicle by the lower control arm using a floor jack, care must be used so control arm does not get nicked, gouged,
deformed or damaged in any other way by the floor jack.
1. Position floor jack under outer end of front lower control arm. Carefully raise vehicle so front wheel and tire assembly is just lightly contacting
floor (vehicle weight relieved from tire).
2. Have helper grasp tire at top and apply an inward and outward force against top of the tire. While force is being applied against tire, look for any
movement between lower ball joint and steering knuckle.
3. If any lateral movement is evident at lower ball joint, replacement is necessary.
