Checking supporting joint and follower joint of steering knuckle mount (removed) - AR33.20-P-0425I

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MODEL 211, 215, 220, 230

Shown on model 220

Fig 1: Identifying Supporting Joint Rubber Boot And Follower Joint Rubber Boot

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	Checking
1	Move the ball pin in all directions with an approximately 150 mm long pipe	The ball pin should move without play (without seizing), and should not cause any creaking noise.
2	Check rubber boot (7f) on supporting joint for cracks and damage	Replace supporting joint if necessary.
3	Check rubber boot (8f) on follower joint for cracks and damage	If necessary, replace follower joint or upper transverse control arm. For upper transverse control arms made of die-cast aluminum the upper transverse control arms must be replaced.
3		For upper transverse control arms made of sheet metal aluminum the follower joint must be replaced.	AR33.20-P-0427TX