Tie-Rod Looseness Check: Notes

When an abnormal noise is generated by the steering system, check the tie-rod for looseness. For the tie-rod looseness check, using a push-pull gauge and a spring scale, carry out the items below.

• Install a dial gauge.
• Check the points to load for a push-pull gauge and a spring scale.
• Operate to stabilize the load and fluctuation with a push-pull gauge and a spring scale.
• Carry out the dial gauge measurement and calculation with a push-pull gauge and a spring scale.