Volkswagen Passat 1995 Official Factory Repair Manual page 3317

Front Wheel Suspension, Shafts and Axle
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Ball joint, checking (Base and Plus
suspension)
Checking axial clearance
- Forcibly pull ball joint down and press up again.
Checking radial play
- Press lower part of wheel outward and inward.
Note:
There must be no perceptible or visual "play"
during either test.
Observe ball joint during checks.
Take into account possible existing wheel bearing
play or "play" in upper suspension strut mounting.
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