Warning:A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damagedLATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint, resultingin serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure theLATCH system is working properly after a crash, see your dealer tohave the system inspected and any necessary replacements made assoon as possible.
If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being usedduring a crash, new LATCH system parts may be needed.
New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the LATCHsystem was not being used at the time of the crash.
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Inspection Tie Rods and Linkage
Special ToolsJ-8001Dial Indicator SetFor equivalent regional tools, refer toSpecial Tools.Note:This inspection procedure does not supersede local governmentrequired inspections that have more stringent requirements.Inspect the outer tie rod end seal. If the outer tie rod endseal is torn, replace the ...