)
- Steering linkage retaining nuts and split pins Check visually and by feel that the steering linkage retaining nuts are correctly tightened and the split pins are correctly installed.
- Tie rods and relay rod
Check that the tie rods and relay rod of the steering linkage are not bent and that the tie rod end lock nuts are securely tightened.
- Steering components
- Check that each of the steering components is tightened.
- Check the tie rod end, nuts and split pins for proper installation.
- Check the condition of bellows-type dust seals.
- Split pins
Check the front axle nuts and rear wheel spindle nuts for split pins.