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DIAGNOSIS
DIAGNOSIS TABLE
Refer to Section 3.
STEERING RACK BOOT CHECK
Hoist vehicle.
Inspect each boot for tear. A torn boot allows entry of dust and
water which can cause wear to steering rack and pinion to pro-
duce noise as well as rust to result in malfunction of steering sys-
tem.
If even a small tear is noted, replace with new one.
Boots should be visually inspected for any damage and tear dur-
ing every periodical inspection at specified intervals and when-
ever vehicle is hoisted for any other purpose.
TIE ROD END BOOTS CHECK
Inspect each boot for tear. If even a small tear is noted, replace
with new one.
STEERING SHAFT JOINT CHECK
Check shaft joint for wear, breakage and other damage and
replace if any defect exists.
THE ROD END CHECK
1) Inspect for play in ball joint.
2) Inspect for play in rack end ball joint.
In either case, if found defective, replace.
MANUAL RACK AND PINION 3B-3
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