Measuring lower wishbone (when removed) - AR40.30-P-0452A

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MODEL 129 up to 1.10.93, 140

Fig 1: Measuring Lower Wishbone - Model 129 Up To 1.10.93, 140

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	Checking
1	Perform visual inspection on wishbone.	Check for corrosion and distortion.
2	Push alignment tool, 14 mm dia. length approx. 430 mm, through wishbone bores in the direction of the arrow.	The alignment tool must be able to be pushed through creating suction. This measurement method can no longer be used on model 129 as of the production breakpoint of the rubber mount with steel sleeve (10/93) ↓.
		Perform visual inspection or comparative check with new part.