Thunderbird V8-302 5.0L HO (1992)
Ball Joint: Testing and Inspection
Ball Joint, Lower
1.
Raise front of vehicle and position jacks under sub-frame.
2.
Position a suitable dial indicator to ball joint to be checked, in such a manner that lateral movement between spindle and arm can be measured.
3.
Grasp tire at top and bottom, then slowly move tire inward and outward while noting indicator reading.
4.
If dial indicator reading exceeds .015 inch, replace ball joint.
