Inspect Ball Joints - Taylor-Dunn ET-015-00 Operation, T Roubleshooting And Replacement Parts Manual

INSPECT BALL JOINTS

NOTE: A set of ball joints and/or rod ends will wear
at the same rate. If a ball joint and or rod end
is worn out, then all should be replaced as a
set.
1. Make sure the key-switch is in the "OFF"
position, then remove the key.
2. Place the forward-reverse switch in the
center "OFF" position.
3. Confirm the electric park brake is set.
4. Place blocks under the rear wheels to
prevent vehicle movement.
5. Disconnect the main positive and
negative cables at the batteries.
Always use a lifting strap, hoist, and jack
stands, of adequate capacity to lift and
support the vehicle. Failure to use lifting
and support devices of rated load capacity
may result in severe bodily injury.
6. Raise the front of the vehicle and support with
jack stands.
7. Tie off the front wheels so that they cannot turn.
8. While watching the ball joints, rapidly rotate the
steering wheel to the left and right.
9. If the ball joint housing moves up or down then
the ball joint is worn out and should be replaced.
Replacing a Ball Joint
Refer to section
information regarding replacing ball joints.
10. Untie the front wheels.
11. Reconnect the main positive and negative cables
at the batteries.
12. Remove the blocks from behind the wheels.
13. Release the parking brake and test drive the
vehicle.
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