J30t V6-2960cc 3.0L DOHC MFI (VG30DE) (1997)
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Remove lateral link.
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Install lateral link.
Lower Arm
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Remove lower arm.
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Inspect the lower ball joint as follows:
1. Measure swing force, turning torque and vertical end play in axial direction.
Ball joint specifications:
a. Swing force: 7.8 - 54.9 N (1.8 - 12.3 lbs.)
b. Turning torque: 0.5 - 3.4 Nm (4.3 - 30.4 inch lbs.)
c. Vertical end play: 0 mm (0 inch)
2. If ball stud is worn, play in axial direction is excessive, or joint is hard to swing, replace lower arm.
