2008 - MX-5 - Suspension

FRONT LOWER ARM INSPECTION

1. Remove the front lower arm from the vehicle. (See FRONT LOWER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

2. Inspect the front lower arm for bending or damage. If there is any malfunction, replace it.

3. Inspect the ball joint for excessive play. If there is any malfunction, replace the front lower arm.

4. Rotate the ball joint 5 times.

5. Measure the ball-joint rotational torque using an Allen wrench and a torque wrench.

Front lower arm ball joint rotational torque

• 0.4—2.9 N·m {5—29 kgf·cm, 4—25 in·lbf}

• If not within the specification, replace the front lower arm. (See FRONT LOWER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)