3000GT VR-4 AWD V6-2972cc 3.0L DOHC MFI Twin Turbo (1998)
Tie Rod End: Testing and Inspection
Ball Joint Breakaway Torque Check
Front
1. Disconnect tie rod and knuckle with special tool.
2. Move ball joint stud several times and install nut on stud. Using the special tool, measure ball joint breakaway torque.
Standard value: 1.0 - 3.0 Nm (9 - 26 inch lbs.)
3. When the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the tie rod end.
4. When the measured value is lower than the standard value, check that the ball joint turns smoothly without excessive play. If so, it is possible to
use that ball joint.
Rear
1. Holding the power cylinder tie rod with a spanner, disconnect the tie rod and trailing arm.
2. After swinging the ball joint stud several times, install the stud nut, then measure the ball joint breakaway torque with the special tool.
Standard value: 0.5 Nm (4 inch lbs.) or less