Checking follower joint of steering knuckle mount (installed) - AR33.20-P-0426A

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MODEL 140

MODEL 170

MODEL 202

MODEL 208

MODEL 210 (except 210.08 /28)

MODEL 240

Fig 1: Checking Follower Joint Of Steering Knuckle Mount - Model 202 (1 Of 2)

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH AMERICA.

Fig 2: Checking Follower Joint Of Steering Knuckle Mount - Model 202 (2 Of 2)

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH AMERICA.

	Checking
1	Lift up vehicle at the front
2	Check boot (8f) Check for cracks and damage if findings are negative: ↓ Replace upper transverse control arm (6):
		Model 140	AR33.20-P-0500A
		Model 170, 202, 208	AR33.20-P-0500B
		Model 210	AR33.20-P-0500C
		Model 240	AR33.20-P-0500H
3	Check play in follower joint	By pulling and pushing firmly on the front wheel when simultaneously feeling the upper ball joint. If in poor condition: ↓ Replace upper transverse control arm (6):
		Model 140	AR33.20-P-0500A
		Model 170, 202, 208	AR33.20-P-0500B
		Model 210	AR33.20-P-0500C
		Model 240	AR33.20-P-0500H