Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

A. Inspect Steering Gear Crossmember

1. Raise the vehicle on an appropriate hoist.





2. Inspect the steering gear crossmember-to-frame attachment for cracks in areas shown in Figure 1.

^ If cracks are found, continue with Section "B - Replace Steering Gear Crossmember."

^ If no cracks are found, continue with Section "C - Install Steering Gear Crossmember Reinforcement Bracket."