C 2500 3/4 Ton Pickup 2WD V8-350 5.7L VIN M 4-bbl (1984)
Ball Joint: Adjustments
Ball joint adjustment is generally required only when excessive play exists in steering, tires wear irregularly, or tie rods continually loosen. If any of
the above mentioned complaints are evident, proceed as follows:
1.
Raise vehicle and support with jack stands placed just inside front springs.
2.
Disconnect drag link or connecting rod, then the tie rod to permit independent movement of each steering knuckle.
3.
Attach a spring scale to tie rod mounting hole of steering knuckle.
4.
With wheel in straight ahead position, measure the force required to keep knuckle assembly turning after initial breakaway. The force required
should not exceed 25 lbs. If force required exceeds specifications, proceed to next step.
5.
Remove upper ball stud nut, then loosen adjusting sleeve as required. Retighten ball stud nut, then recheck turning effort.
