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Check Condition Of Steering And Front Axle Tie Rods - AP46.00-P-4652S

Model 223 

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Shown on model 223.163 

G16189211Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on model 223.163 

G16189212Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on model 223.163 

DANGER 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 the vehicle manufacturer. AS00.00-Z-0010-01A
WARNING Risk of injury  . Moving parts can pinch, crush or, in extreme cases even sever extremities. No parts of the body or limbs should be within the operating area of mechanical components when moving components. AS00.00-Z-0009-01A
WARNING Risk of injury  from engine start by remote start function Prior to starting work, open engine hood, do not reach into rotation range or hazard area of freely rotating parts, wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes AS00.00-Z-0024-01A
  Preparatory activity     
1 Unlock steering lock.    
REMOVING Remove     
2 Remove center engine compartment lining (1).    
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR     AR61.20-P-1105S
INSPECT Check     
3 Check tie rod joint boots (7) of tie rod ends (3) for condition, leak tightness and correct seating. IMPORTANTIf necessary, use commercially available devices/tools. 
Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1
If problems are determined,

rectify the problems.
IMPORTANT After obtaining special order.
 
4 Check tie rod joints (2) for play by firmly pulling and pushing the tie rod ends (3). If problems are determined,

rectify the problems.
IMPORTANT After obtaining special order.
 
5 Check tie rod ends (3) and tie rods (4) for firm connection by pulling and pushing each one. If problems are determined,

rectify the problems.
IMPORTANT After obtaining special order.
 
6 Check each inner tie rod joint for play by firmly pulling and pushing on tie rods (4) in direction of rack-and-pinion steering (8). If problems are determined,

rectify the problems.
IMPORTANT After obtaining special order.
 
7 Stretch boots (5) by turning steering all the way to right and left, and check for cracks, indentations and chafe marks. NOTES Do not check the boots (5) by pressing in or around the raised bead.
Otherwise, damage may occur with consequential damage.
IMPORTANTIf necessary, use commercially available devices/tools. 
Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1
If problems are determined,

rectify the problems.
IMPORTANT After obtaining special order.
 
8 Check clamps (6) are firmly and correctly seated. NOTES Clamps (6) must not be damaged, loose or incorrectly seated.
Otherwise, damage may occur with consequential damage.
IMPORTANTIf necessary, use commercially available devices/tools. 
Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1
If problems are determined,

rectify the problems.
IMPORTANT After obtaining special order.
 
9 Check rack-and-pinion steering (8) for damage, deformation, corrosion and firm seating. IMPORTANTIf necessary, use commercially available devices/tools. 
Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1
If problems are determined,

Replace steering for safety reasons.
IMPORTANT After obtaining special order.
 
10 Check electric power steering actuator motor (9) for external damage. IMPORTANTIf necessary, use commercially available devices/tools. 
Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1
If problems are determined,

Replace steering for safety reasons.
IMPORTANT After obtaining special order.
 
INSTALLING Install     
11 Install center engine compartment lining (1).    
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR     AR61.20-P-1105S