RAV4 2WD L4-2.5L (2AR-FE) (2009)
Ball Joint: Testing and Inspection
SUSPENSION: FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT: INSPECTION
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY LH
(a) As shown in the illustration, move the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times before installing the nut.
(b) Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the fifth turn.
Standard turning torque:
0.98 to 3.43 N*m (10 to 35 kgf*cm, 9 to 30 in.*lbf) or less
(c) Check for any cracks and grease leaks on the ball joint dust cover.