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Check Condition Of Steering And Tie Rods - AP46.00-P-4651E

MODEL 166, 292 

Shown in model 292 

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  Preparatory tasks     
1 Release steering lock    
REMOVING Remove     
2 REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR Remove center underfloor paneling   AR61.30-P-1001GQ
INSPECT Check     
3 Check tie rod joint boots (1) on tie rod ends (3) for condition, leaktightness and correct seating If there are problems:

Rectify problem subject to separate repair order.
 
4 Check tie rod ball joints (2) for play by firmly pulling and pushing the tie rod ends (3) If there are problems:

Rectify problem subject to separate repair order.
 
5 Check tie rod ends (3) and tie rods (4) for firm connection by pulling and pushing each one IMPORTANT Check for deformation and damage. If there are problems:

Rectify problem subject to separate repair order.
 
6 Check each of the inner tie rod ball joints for play by firmly pulling and pushing them on the tie rods (4) in the direction of the steering gear (8) If there are problems:

Rectify problem subject to separate repair order.
 
7 Stretch boots (5) by turning steering all way to the right and left, and check for cracks, intrusions and chafe marks NOTES Do not check the boots (5) by pressing in or around the raised bead.
Otherwise, the material may be damaged, leading to leakage with consequential damage. If there are problems:

Rectify problem subject to separate repair order.
 
8 Check clamps (6, 7) are firmly and correctly seated NOTES The clamps (6, 7) must not be damaged, loose, or incorrectly seated.
Otherwise this may lead to leakage with consequential damage. If there are problems:

Rectify problem subject to separate repair order.
 
9 Check steering (8) If there are problems:

Subject to separate repair order, replace steering (8) for safety reasons.
 
INSTALLING Install     
10 REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR Install center underfloor paneling   AR61.30-P-1001GQ
  Finishing activity     
11 Lower vehicle with lifting platform