Check rear axle joints for play, check rubber boots - AP35.20-P-3555GZ

MODEL 164, 166 

Shown on model 164.1 

Fig 1: Identifying Transverse Control Arm, Boot And Supporting Joint

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	Remove/install
	Risk of death  caused by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform.	Align vehicle between vehicle lift columns and position the four support plates at the vehicle lift support points specified by vehicle manufacturer.	AS00.00-Z-0010-01A
1	Raise vehicle using vehicle lift until the wheels are clear of the ground
			AR00.60-P-1000GZ
	Check
2	Check boots (2) of link rods (1) of stabilizer bar	Check that the boots (2) are in good condition, are not leaking and are seated correctly. In the event of complaints: ↓ Replace the appropriate link rod (1), subject to separate repair order.
3	Check ball joints of link rods (1) of stabilizer bar	Check the ball joints for play by pulling and pushing firmly on the link rods (1). In the event of complaints: ↓ Replace the appropriate link rod (1), subject to separate repair order.
4	Check boots (4) of supporting joints (5)	Check that the boots (4) are in good condition, are not leaking and are seated correctly. In the event of complaints: ↓ Replace the appropriate supporting joint (5), subject to separate repair order.
5	Check supporting joints (5)	Check the supporting joints (5) for play by pulling and pushing firmly on the transverse control arms (3). In the event of complaints: ↓ Replace the appropriate supporting joint (5), subject to separate repair order.