Mitsubishi Eclipse 1990 Service Manual page 1607

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FRONT SUSPENSION
A 299.9 mm (11.8 in.)
INSPECTION
BALL JOINT BREAKAWAY TORQUE CHECK
(1) After shaking the ball joint stud
(2) When the measured value exceeds the standard value,
(3) When the measured value is lower than the standard
BALL
If there are any cracks in or damage to the dust cover, replace
the arm assembly.
TSB Revision
Upper Arm Assembly
234.0 mm (9.2 in.)
Ball joint case
Check the bushings for wear and deterioration.
Check the upper arm for bends or damage.
Check all bolts for condition and straightness.
nut to the stud and use the special tool to measure the
breakaway torque of the ball joint.
Standard value:
replace the upper arm assembly.
value, check that the ball joint turns smoothly without
excessive play. If so, it is possible to use that ball joint.
DUST COVER CHECK
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times, install the
Nm (3-22