For 1990-2009 cars only
| Important: Replace worn, damaged or broken steering linkage components. Do not attempt to repair damaged or broken components by welding. |
| • | Check the relay rod and tie rod ends for excessive up-and-down motion and for excessive end play or loss of motion at the ball stud. Refer to Relay Rod Replacement for relay rod replacement, and for further tie rod inspection guidance, refer to Tie Rod End Inspection . |
| • | Check for a shimmy condition at the idler arm and measure the deflection. Refer to Idler Arm Inspection . |
| • | Check for a shimmy condition and/or excessive rust condition at the connecting rod, where applicable; the pitman arm; and the steering damper. Refer to Connecting Rod Replacement ; Pitman Arm Replacement , and Steering Linkage Shock Absorber Replacement . |
