Steering Gear Box, Linkage & Boots/Lower Arm Ball Joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine off, check for excessive free-play in the steering wheel. Check the linkage for bends or damage. Check the dust boots and ball joints for deterioration, cracks, or damage. Replace any damaged parts.
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Carry Emergency Equipment
Depending on the severity of the weather where you drive your car, you should
carry appropriate emergency equipment. Some of the items you may want to carry include
tire chains, tow straps or chai ...
Pre-Trip Inspections
1. Tires:
Adjust the tire inflation pressures for highway driving. Low tire inflation pressures
will result in overheating and possible failure of the tires. Avoid using worn or
damaged tires whi ...
Tire chains
Tire chains, if necessary, should be installed on the front wheels.
Be sure that the chains are installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
To minimize tire and chain wear, do ...