Caution: Use a special tool to loosen the ball joint pin nut. Do not completely remove the nut from the ball joint pin. To prevent the puller from bouncing, hang it on a wire or cord.
2. Move the ball joint pin several times and tighten the nut. Using a special tool, measure the moment the ball joint begins to rotate.
Nominal value: 0.5-5.1 Nm
3. If the measured value exceeds the nominal value, replace the steering rod end.
4. If the measured value is less than the nominal value, check for increased clearances or jamming in the ball joint. If they are absent, the ball joint is suitable for operation.
[The text of the article was taken from the website: www.MitsubishiMan.ru]