STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE INSPECTION

Tie-rod End Inspection

1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and excessive play.

• If there are any cracks, replace the tie-rod end.

2. Inspect the boot for cracks.

• If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.

3. Rotate the ball joint 5 times.

4. Measure the rotational torque of the tie-rod end using the SST and a pull scale.

• If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.

0.42-2.60 N·m {4.3-26.5 kgf·cm, 3.8-23.0 in·lbf}

[Pull scale reading: 4.2-26.0 N {0.43-2.65 kgf, 0.95-5.84 lbf}]

Tie rod Inspection

1. Inspect for damage, bending and excessive play.

• If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.

2. Swing the ball joint 5 times.

3. Measure the swing torque using a pull scale.

• If it exceeds the specification, replace the tie rod.

0.4-4.0 N·m {5-40 kgf·cm, 4-35 in·lbf}

[Pull scale reading: 8-80 N {0.9-8.1 kgf, 2-17 lbf}