Ball Joint Checking
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1998 Suzuki Swift, 1998 Suzuki Esteem, 1997 Suzuki Swift, and 1997 Suzuki Esteem. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Check ball joint stud for rotation smoothness and inspect for play in ball joint. If ball joint is worn or damaged, replace lower control arm and ball joint as an assembly.