Index Subaru Subaru Impreza 3 / Impreza WRX / Impreza WRX STI - service repair manual 2008-2014 year
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FS-19 Front Ball Joint 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 L 1 . (2) With 686 N (70 kgf, 154 lbf) loaded in direc- tion shown in the figure, measure the length L 2 . (3) Determine free play using the following for- mula. S = L 2 – L 1 (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 ball joint. FS-00035 FS-00036 |