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How do you check the ball joints?

Updated: 9/11/2023
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Jack up the vehicle--pace a bar or pole or anything that can be used for leverage under the tire and lift if there is any play (looseness) prior to the wheel lifting usuaslly a good indication that ball joints need replacement

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