Inspect Ball Joints; Inspect Rod Ends - Taylor-Dunn R0-380-36 Service And Replacement Parts Manual

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INSPECT BALL JOINTS

WARNING
This section is one section of a complete service
manual. Before starting any procedure, read all
warnings and instructions that are located in the
Service Guidelines chapter.
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: Tie off the front wheels so that they cannot turn.
2: While watching the ball joints, rapidly rotate the
steering wheel to the left and right.
3: If the housing moves up or down on the shaft
then the ball joint is worn out and should be
replaced. Refer to section Replacing a Ball Joint
for information regarding replacing ball joints.
4: Untie the front wheels.
5: Reconnect the main positive and negative cables
at the batteries.
6: Remove the blocks from behind the wheels.
7: Release the parking brake and test drive.
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INSPECT ROD ENDS

WARNING
This section is one section of a complete service
manual. Before starting any procedure, read all
warnings and instructions that are located in the
Service Guidelines chapter.
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: Visually inspect each rod end for any signs of
play between the ball and the nylon or brass
bushing in the housing.
2: If any play is evident, then the rod end is worn out
and should be replaced. Refer to section Replace
the Ball Joints, Tie Rods, and Drag Link for
information regarding replacing ball joints.
3: Reconnect the main positive and negative cables
at the batteries.
4: Remove the blocks from behind the wheels.
5: Release the parking brake and test drive.
R-380 DC System
MR-380-03