Lower Ball Joint (All Models)

Raise vehicle and place on safety stands so weight of vehicle rests on control arms, as far outboard as possible. Install dial indicator and clamp assembly to lower control arm. Zero indicator with plunger tip against knuckle arm.
Raise and lower wheel, using levering action under tire. Measure axial travel of knuckle arm. If movement of knuckle arm relative to lower control arm exceeds 0.030" (0.050" on Omni and Horizon), replace lower ball joint.