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Stud loose in taper hole ............. A ........... ( 7) Require repair or replacement. Taper hole elongated .... A ........ (8) Require replacement. Threads damaged ......... A .. Require repair or replacement. Threads stripped (threads missing) ............... A ........ (7) Require replacement. Wear exceeds manufacturer’s specifications .......... B ............ Require replacement. (1) - If greaseable, grease joint. If problem persists or joint is non-greaseable, require replacement. (2) - Cracked grease boot will allow contaminants to enter the joint and will accelerate wear. (3) - Lack of grease boot will allow contaminants to enter the joint and will accelerate wear. (4) - Torn grease boot will allow contaminants to enter the joint and will accelerate wear. (5) - If manufacturer’s procedures for inspection exist, use those procedures; otherwise, use an approved inspection method such as the dry park check. CAUTION: DO NOT use pliers or pry bar to check ball and socket movement. Use only moderate hand pressure. (6) - Excessive looseness is defined as being significant enough to affect vehicle handling or structural integrity. (7) - Check for damaged taper hole. (8) - Check for damaged stud. SHOCK ABSORBERS, STRUT CARTRIDGES AND STRUT ASSEMBLIES You are not required to replace shocks or struts in axle sets. However, when replacing a shock or strut due to the conditions that follow, you may suggest replacement of the other shock or strut on the same axle for improved performance and preventive maintenance. * Part is close to the end of its useful life * To extend tire life * To balance ride and handling * To improve stopping distance When replacing steering and/or suspension components which may affect an alignment angle, you are required to check and adjust alignment as needed. Refer to the OEM specifications. Under no circumstances should a technician bend struts or strut housings. A vehicle’s load-carrying and handling abilities are limited by its suspension, tires, brakes, and driveline. Installing coil over shocks or any other load assist device does not increase the vehicle’s load capacity. See the vehicle owner’s manual for more details. NOTE: If vehicle is equipped with original equipment coil over shocks, apply the conditions for coil springs from the SPRINGS - COIL, LEAF AND TORSION BAR section of the STEERING AND SUSPENSION guidelines. If the vehicle is equipped with add-on coil over shocks, you may suggest replacing the shocks with standard shocks for any spring- related condition. SHOCK ABSORBER, STRUT CARTRIDGE AND STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION |