Altima L4-2.5L (QR25DE) Hybrid (2007)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Inspection After Removal
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Visual Inspection
Check transverse link and bushing for deformation, cracks, and other damage. Replace the entire transverse link assembly if cracks, deformation or
any other damage is found.
Ball Joint Inspection
CAUTION:
Before measurement, move the ball joint at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.
Swing Torque Inspection
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Hook spring scale at cotter pin mounting hole. Confirm spring scale measurement value is within specifications when ball stud begins moving.
Swing force: 0.50 - 3.4 Nm (0.06 - 0.34 kg-m, 5 - 30 in-lb)
Measurement on spring balance: 7.94 - 53.97 N (0.81 - 5.50 kg, 1.79 - 12.2 lb)
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If the value is outside the standard, replace transverse link.
Rotating Torque Inspection
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Attach mounting nut to ball stud. Check that rotating torque is within specifications using Tool.
Tool number: ST3127S000 (J-25765-A)
Rotating torque: 0.50 - 3.4 Nm (0.06 - 0.34 kg-m, 5 - 30 in-lb)
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If the value is outside the standard, replace transverse link.
Axial Endplay Inspection
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Move tip of ball joint in axial direction to check for looseness.
Axial endplay: 0.1 mm (0.004 in) or less
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If any looseness is noted, replace transverse link.