TIE ROD INSPECTION
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1. Inspect for bending and damage.
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• If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
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• If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
3. Swing the tie rod five times.
4. Measure the swing torque of the tie rod using a pull scale.
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• If not within the specification, replace the tie rod.
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Tie rod swing torque
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0.5—3 N·m {5.1—30 kgf·cm, 4.5—26 in·lbf}[Pull scale reading: 10—60 N {1.1—6.1 kgf, 2.3—13.0 lbf}]
