Freestar V6-4.2L VIN 2 (2004)
Ball Joint: Testing and Inspection
Ball Joint Inspection
Ball Joint Inspection
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Prior to carrying out any inspection of the ball joints, inspect the front wheel bearings for looseness.
3. While an assistant pulls and pushes the top and bottom of the tire, observe the relative movement between the ball Joint and the front suspension
lower arm. Any movement at or exceeding the specification indicates a worn or damaged ball Joint. Install a new lower control arm as necessary.
4. While an assistant pulls and pushes the top and bottom of the tire, observe the relative movement between the ball Joint and the front suspension
upper arm or rear suspension upper arm. Any movement at or exceeding the specification indicates a worn or damaged ball joint. Install a new
front suspension upper arm or rear suspension upper arm as necessary.
5. Lower the vehicle.
