Mitsubishi MOTORS Space Runner 1999 Workshop Manual Supplement page 763

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MB990326
Clip ring
REAR SUSPENSION –
STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT TURNING TORQUE
INSPECTION
1. Shake the stabilizer link ball joint stud several times before
installing the nut to the stud. Then use the special tool
to measure the turning torque of the stabilizer link ball
joint.
Standard value: 1.7–3.1 Nm
2. If the turning torque exceeds the standard value, replace
the stabilizer link.
3. If the turning torque is lower than the standard value,
check that the ball joint does not feel stiff. If it doesn't
feel stiff, it is possible to use the ball joint.
STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
1. Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing
it with finger .
2. If the dust cover is cracks or damage, replace the stabilizer
link.
NOTE
Cracks or damage of the dust cover may cause damage of
the ball joint. When it is damaged during service work, replace
the dust cover.
STABILIZER LINK DUST COVER REPLACEMENT
When the dust cover is damaged or the grease gushes out
accidentally during service work, replace the dust cover as
follows:
1. Remove the clip ring and the dust cover.
2. Apply multipurpose grease to the inside of the dust
3. Wrap the threads of stabilizer link stud with plastic
4. Secure the dust cover by the clip ring.
5. Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing
Stabilizer Bar
cover.
tape, and install the dust cover to the ball joint.
it with finger.
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