Tacoma 4WD L4-164.4 2693cc 2.7L DOHC (3RZ-FE) (1996)
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Ball Joint: Testing and Inspection
Lower
INSPECTION
Inspect ball joint for rotation condition.
a. Flip the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times before installing the nut.
b. Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously one turn every 2 - 4 seconds and take the torque reading on the 5th turn.
Torque (turning): 0.5 - 3.9 Nm (4 - 35 inch lbs.)
