Checking the dust boots and steering rod ends (Mitsubishi Colt 4)

The tie rod end joints on the outer ends of the tie rods consist of steel ball heads that are placed in a plastic insert with a small amount of grease and do not require maintenance. The joints are protected from dust and moisture by dust boots, the condition of which must be monitored.

Check the anthers for cracks all around their circumference.

Tie rod ends with cracked boots are considered defective and must be replaced.

If there is play in the joints, it can be fixed independently on a raised vehicle by rocking the wheel around its vertical axis or by pulling the steering rod.



Another method for detecting play is to have an assistant turn the steering wheel back and forth while the car is parked on the ground, and you, with your hand on the joint, determine the presence of play.

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In a similar manner, it is checked whether there is any play in the rubber-metal joint (bushings) of the steering rod in connection with the steering mechanism.