Checking the protective cover of the steering mechanism The movable connections between the steering mechanism and the tie rods are protected by a rubber boot. If the cover is damaged, then dirt and moisture enter the steering...
Checking the dust caps and play of the tie rod joints A hinge is located on the right and left between the transverse steering rod and the steering arm near the wheel support housing. The steel spherical head of the pivot pin has a...
Checking the ball joint dust caps The ball joints, located on the right and left between the wishbone and the wheel support housing, are maintenance-free. Steel spherical heads of ball bearing pins are filled with...
Ball joint play check The maintenance plan does not include checking ball joint play. According to our experience, control is only necessary for cars that have traveled more than 80,000 km. Raise the...
Steering play check Lower the left side window down and stand near the car. Stretch your hand through the window and turn the steering wheel left and right. Look: does the left front wheel...
Tie Rod Joint Replacement At the right steering rod, the hinge is screwed on separately. As a replacement for the left side, there are only tie rods with joints. Remove wheel. Unbend the cotter pin of the...
Wheel bearing replacement When driving from a standstill with the front wheels fully turned, a clicking or popping noise may occur. The bearing is slightly displaced in its housing. It is recommended to...
Steering wheel replacement With a strong jerk, remove the cover of the steering wheel, which has 2 spokes (pic.). Steering wheel with cover removed (1): 2 - one of the contacts of the sound signal; 3 - horn...