Inspect play of track rod and drag link joints, inspect rubber boots - AP46.00-P-4653BA

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MODELS 124, 129, 140, 170, 202, 208

Fig 1: Identifying Tie Rod And Drag Link - Models 124, 129, 140, 170, 202, 208

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1	Ignition OFF
2	Check play (a) on steering wheel	The vehicle must be on its wheels. Permissible play (a) around circumference of steering wheel with steering in center position max. 25 mm
3	Check play of tie rods and drag links		AP46.40-P-4650-01BA
		If play exists replace tie rod link or Replace drag link.	ra46001247007x
		On model 140 the left-hand drag link, on models 202, 208, 170 the right-hand one is a pivot joint. This prevents any pivot movement in the drag links.	ra46001246177x
4	Check seals and condition of rubber boots (11b)	If rubber boot is not tight replace tie rod link, or	ra46001247007x
		Replace drag link.	ra46001246177x
5	Check steering coupling	It must not have any play, if necessary replace steering coupling.
6	Check steering gear for play	If play exists adjust vehicle's steering gear. Note setting instructions.	ra46001243230x