FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Tie Rod Boot: Testing and Inspection

TIE ROD END BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
1. Using your fingers, press the dust cover to check for cracks or damage.
2. If there are any cracks in the dust cover or it is damaged, replace the tie-rod end.

NOTE: If the dust cover has a crack or damage, the ball joint could be damaged.