INSPECT REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY

Temporarily install the nut, and flip the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times as shown in the illustration.

Use a torque wrench to turn the nut continuously at a rate of 2 to 3 seconds per turn. Take the torque reading on the fifth turn.

• Standard turning torque:
• 0.5 to 3.4 N*m (5.1 to 36 kgf*cm, 4.4 to 30 in.*lbf)

If the value is not within the specified range, replace the rear stabilizer link assembly with a new one.

Check the dust boot for cracks or grease leakage.