AP46.00-T-4653BA | Check track rod and drag link linkage for play, check rubber boots | 14.1.08 |
STEERING 766.376 in MODEL NMB613.358 /388
T46.40-0019-01
Exemplified
4 Rubber boot
7 Tie rod
1 | Conduct a road test | During the test drive, check that the steering wheel returns to the correct position, whether components jam and whether there is excessive friction or increased play. | |
2 | Open front flap | See Operator's Manual | |
3 | Raise vehicle | ||
| Jacking up and supporting vehicle | ||
4 | Detach left front underfloor paneling | ||
| Remove/install underbody cladding | ||
| Check | ||
5 | Check steering gear, power steering pump, lines and threaded connections for leaks and damage | ||
6 | Check all tie rod ends and drag link ends for play | To do this, pull and push firmly by hand in the axial direction of the ball pin. If the permissible play is exceeded, replace the tie rod end or drag link end in question subject to a separate repair order. | |
7 | Check all rubber boots (4) | Carefully check that the rubber boots (4) are undamaged around the entire circumference and in the folds. Check that they are fitted tightly against the contact surfaces. Do not replace damaged rubber boots (4). Replace the tie rod end or drag link end in question or, if necessary, the complete tie rod or drag link subject to separate repair order. | |
8 | Checking tire tread | Check the tire treads for even wear by means of visual inspection. If they exhibit uneven wear, align the front axle subject to a separate repair order. | |
| Check front axle alignment | ||
9 | Attach left front underfloor paneling | ||
| Remove/install underbody cladding | ||
10 | Lower vehicle | ||
11 | Close front flap | See Operator's Manual |
Test values for steering