32 00 Instructions (Damage To Suspension)
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Substandard roadholding, atypical noises, tires worn on one side, camber and toe-in values which deviate from nominal value and mis-shaped components are all indicators of damage to the suspension caused by road traffic accidents or similar impacts.
To repair vehicle correctly, depending on condition of vehicle, perform the following troubleshooting procedure: Also comply with the guidelines for repairs to the power steering gear necessitated by an accident.
TROUBLESHOOTING
| Vehicle Condition | Possible Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| 1) Camber Inside/Toe-In Outside Nominal Value, Adjustment Of Track Alignment Possible | a) Screw Connection Not Okay | a) Check Screw Connections At Tie Rod End To Swivel Bearing, Tie Rod To Power Steering Gear, And Power Steering Gear To Front Axle Carrier |
| b) Tie Rod Or Journal Of Tie Rod End Is Deformed | b) Replace Tie rod, tension strut and swivel bearing. If journal of tie rod end is deformed, power steering gear must also be replaced. | |
| c) One Or Both Tension Struts Is/Are Deformed | c) Replace tension strut and swivel bearing | |
| d) Control Arm Deformed | d) Replace control arm, tension strut and swivel bearing. | |
| 2) Camber Inside/Toe-In Outside Nominal Value, Adjustment Of Track Alignment Possible | Powerful Forces Acting On Steering/Front Axle Components | Replace Tie Rods, Swivel Bearing, Power Steering Gear, Tension Strut Or Control Arms |
| 3) Camber/Toe-In Outside Nominal Value, Adjustment Of Track Alignment Not Possible | Powerful Forces Acting On Front Axle With Distortion Of: a) Screw Connections, b) Front Axle Support, c) See Part 1b) to d), d) Spring Strut/Piston Rod | a) Check Screw Connections, Replace Relevant Part If Necessary, b) Replace Front Axle Carrier, c) See Part 1b) To d), d) Replace Spring Strut |