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Check tie rod and center link for play - AP46.40-P-4650-01BA

IMPORTANTIf play is present, replace track rod ball joints or drag link 

Testing possibilities:

IMPORTANT Vehicle must be standing on wheels.

Fig 1: Checking Tie Rod & Center Link For Play (1 Of 2)
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IMPORTANT On model 140 the left drag link joint and on model 202, 208, 170 the right drag link joint is a pin type joint.

This prevents the drag link from tipping.

Fig 2: Checking Tie Rod & Center Link For Play (2 Of 2)
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