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Ball Joints, Bushings and Gaiter on Suspension and Steering

Ball Joints, Bushings And Gaiter On Suspension And Steering





Track-rod Ends And Rubber Gaiters
Check the outer ball joints and inner bearing arrangement for wear. There should be no free play. Inspect the rubber gaiters.

IMPORTANT: At the slightest sign of corrosion on the toe-in adjusting threads, apply anti-corrosion agent.

Suspension Ball Joints And Rubber Gaiters

Check the ball studs for wear. There should be no visible clearance when the ball stud is relieved of load.
Inspect the rubber gaiters.