Re: bmw-digest V9 #132

[Cedric Benjamin <crb@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

- --> Date: Wed, 2 Sep 1998 09:29:51 -0700
> From: Herman Chan <hermanc2@domain.elided>
> Subject: <E36> Symptoms of ball-joint wear?
> 
> Greetings:
> 
> Can anyone brief me as to the common symptoms of worn ball-joints and/or
> bushings in the E36 front suspension?  I'm aware of the 'on-car'
> replacement procedure with the proper factory tool, but need opinions as to
> a handling anomaly which I'm guessing may be traced to worn parts.  Tips on
> how to check for worn joints would also be appreciated.
Put it on a lift, and grab the tire and shake it. The wheel 
should not wobble or shake. If it does, Problem.
Look at the joints, you may see something wrong.

It could be vibration at certain speeds, vibration during braking or 
even vibration at certain steering wheel position. Abnormal tire
wear is also a sign.

Rick Benjamin

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