STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE INSPECTION
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Tie-rod End Inspection
1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and excessive play.
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• If there are any cracks, replace the tie-rod end.
2. Inspect the boot for cracks.
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• If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end boot.
3. Rotate the ball joint 5 times.
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• If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end boot.
4. Measure the rotational torque of the tie-rod end using the SST and a pull scale.
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• If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.
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Tie-rod end rotational torque
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0.49—1.18 N·m {5—12 kgf·cm, 4.4—10.4 in·lbf}
[Pull scale reading: 4.9—11.8 N·m {0.5—1.2 kgf, 1.11—2.65 lbf}]
Steering Gear Backlash Adjustment
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Caution
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• Adjust the backlash while keeping the steering gear in the center position. Otherwise, the backlash becomes excessively small and gears may be damaged.
1. Turn the adjusting screw to adjust steering gear backlash.
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Steering gear backlash
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0 mm {0 in}
