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Re: Correct procedure for checking 97 Explorer ball joints.
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 7/25/2002

Wiggling the wheel in and out is not a true test of all ball joint play. That and the up and down method is.

Now the important procedure is where to place the jack as you have loaded and unloaded ball joints.

The rule of thumb is if the suspension spring a... Login to read more.