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

Model 118, 177, 247 

Shown on model 177.0445 

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Shown on model 177.045 

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 lower engine compartment lining.    
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR   Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 260 except code M016 (Uprated engine) AR61.20-P-1105MFA
    Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 282  
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR   Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 260 with code M016 (Uprated engine) AR61.20-P-1105MFR
    Model 118, 177, 247.7 with engine 139  
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR   Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 608, 654 AR61.20-P-1105MFE
INSPECT Check     
3 Check tie rod joint boots (1) on 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 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.
 
7 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.
IMPORTANT If 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 elastomer bearings of steering threaded connection for cracks, deformation and wear, also check for play by firmly pulling and pushing. Model 118, 177, 247
with code 1U5 (Rubber-sprung steering gear)
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.
 
9 Check rack-and-pinion steering (7) 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 actuator motor of electric power steering (8) 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 lower engine compartment lining.    
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR   Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 260 except code M016 (Uprated engine) AR61.20-P-1105MFA
    Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 282  
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR   Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 260 with code M016 (Uprated engine) AR61.20-P-1105MFR
    Model 118, 177, 247.7 with engine 139  
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR   Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 608, 654 AR61.20-P-1105MFE