Subaru 2009 IMPREZA Service Manual page 2200

Hide thumbs Also See for 2009 IMPREZA:

FRONT SUSPENSION

C: INSPECTION

1) Measure the play of the ball joint using the fol-

lowing procedures. Replace with a new part if the

play exceeds specification.

(1) With 686 N (70 kgf, 154 lbf) loaded in direc-

tion shown in the figure, measure the length

(2) With 686 N (70 kgf, 154 lbf) loaded in direc-

tion shown in the figure, measure the length

(3) Determine free play using the following for-

(4) Replace with a new part if the play exceeds

specification.

Front ball joint

Specification for replacement S:

Less than 0.3 mm (0.012 in)

2) If the play is within specification, visually check

the dust cover.

3) Remove the ball joint and cover, and check for

wear, damage or cracks. If any damage is found,

replace the corresponding part.

4) If the dust cover is damaged, replace with a new

Front Ball Joint