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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Vehicle certification label
The vehicle certification label attached on the driver’s side center pillar contains
the vehicle identification number (VIN). ...
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 ...
Vacuum crankcase ventilation hoses
Inspect the surface of hoses for evidence of heat and/or mechanical damage. Hard
and brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and excessive swelling indicate
deterioration. Particular att ...