Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Section C: Visual Inspection

1. Hoist vehicle on lift so all wheels are free.

2. Remove both rear wheels making sure to mark original positions (R and L; stud locations).

3. Wearing protective goggles and a mask, visually inspect all surfaces of the control arms and crossmember for any perforation.

Notes:
Special attention should be given to the upper areas of each component. Use a flex-head mirror to view upper sides of surfaces not visible.

4. Judgment of repairs necessary:

A) IF NO PERFORATION IS OBSERVED IN ANY AREA, PROCEED TO SECTION D - PUNCH TEST.

B) IF PERFORATION IS OBSERVED, PERFORM PUNCH TEST ON THE REMAINING (NON-PERFORATED) COMPONENTS ACCORDING TO THE CHART (SECTION B) AND REPLACE COMPONENTS AS INSTRUCTED.