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Inspection
 
 
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
 
 
Boot
  • Check boot for cracks, and replace it if a malfunction is detected.
 
 
Gear Housing Assembly
  • Check gear housing assembly for damage and scratches (inner wall). Replace if there are any abnormal conditions.
 
 
Outer Socket and Inner Socket
  • Check the following items and replace the component if it does not meet the standard.
BALL JOINT ROTATING TORQUE
  • Make sure that the reading is within the following specified range using suitable tool (A). Replace outer socket if the reading is outside the specification.
    Rotating torque: Refer to Steering Gear and Linkage
 
 
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
  • Check if steering wheel turns smoothly when it is turned several times fully to the end of the left and right.
  • Check the steering wheel play, neutral position steering wheel, steering wheel turning force, and front wheel turning angle.
    • Steering wheel play: Refer to Inspection.
    • Neutral position steering wheel, steering wheel turning force, and front wheel turning angle: Refer to Inspection.