Dampers and bushes, checking

Check the front and rear dampers. 

1. Take the weight off the rear suspension and lift the steering swivel member one side at a time with a jack while checking the bushes.
2. There should be no oil on the outer damper cylinder.
   Fig 1: Illustration For Steps 2-3

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3. Check the condition of the damper bushes and support bearings.
4. Check the rubber bushes for cracks and other damage in the following locations.
   Fig 2: Illustration For Step 4

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   • Lower suspension arm mountings in subframe and steering swivel member.
   • Upper suspension arm mounting in subframe.
   • Toe link mounting in subframe.
   • Longitudinal link mounting in body.
5. Check ball joints for play in the following locations.
   Fig 3: Illustration For Steps 4-5

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   • Upper suspension arm mounting in steering swivel member.
   • Toe link mounting in steering swivel member.
6. Check the bushes in the suspension arm front and rear mountings on the front subframe for cracks and other damage.
   Fig 4: Illustration For Step 6

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7. Check the ball joints in the suspension arm mounting in the steering swivel member for play.
   Fig 5: Illustration For Step 7

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