Cross section of the ball joint
1 - ball pin; 2 - dirt cap; 3 - hinge body; 4 - insert; 5 - spring; 6 - plug
1. Check the condition of protective caps 2 as described in subsection 9.2.1. Damaged - replace.
2. Check on the radial and axial clearance the condition of the spherical joints of the rods. If free play is felt in the ball joint, as well as when dirt, sand enters the joint, corrosion appears on the ball pin and when the support bushing travel is fully used, replace the joint with a thrust tip.