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.
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 rotation torque
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0.6—2.0 N·m {6—20 kgf·cm, 5—17 in·lbf}
Pull scale reading: 5.9—19.6 N {0.61—1.99 kgf, 1.33—4.40 lbf}
Tie rod Inspection
1. Inspect for damage, bending and excessive play.
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• 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.
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• If it exceeds the specification, replace the tie rod.
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Tie-rod end swing torque
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0.68—2.45 N·m {7.0—24.9 kgf·cm, 6.1—21.6 in·lbf}
Pull scale reading: 6.8—24.5 N {0.70—2.49 kgf, 1.53—5.50 lbf}
