Chery Automobile Co., Ltd.
05 - MAINTENANCE
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6. Check the steering tie rod assembly and tie rod boot (equipped with hydraulic assist steering) (See page
29-21).
7. Check the steering tie rod assembly and tie rod boot (equipped with electronic assist steering) (See page
30-23).
8. Check power steering system for leakage (equipped with hydraulic assist steering).
a. Turn off all the electrical equipment and ignition witch, and remove the key.
b. Support and raise the vehicle.
c. Check the power steering system.
If power steering fluid is found on the steering system lines or other components, check steering
system for leakage. Replace related parts if necessary.
Components to be checked mainly include:
ï‚· Power steering pump assembly
ï‚· Steering fluid reservoir assembly
ï‚· Steering gear assembly
ï‚· Steering gear high pressure line
ï‚· Steering gear return line
ï‚· Steering gear suction line
Chassis Inspection
1. Check the front shock absorber assembly (See page 23-13).
2. Check the front control arm ball pin assembly (See page 23-23).
3. Check the front stabilizer bar assembly (See page 23-26).
4. Check the front stabilizer link assembly (See page 23-27).
5. Check the rear shock absorber assembly (See page 23-32).
6. Check the rear coil spring (See page 23-36).
7. Check the rear stabilizer bar assembly (See page 23-44).
8. Check the rear stabilizer link assembly (See page 23-45).
9. Check the exhaust pipe.
a. Visually check the pipes, hanger blocks and connections for corrosion, leakage or damage.
ï‚· Generally, leakage from hydraulic assist steering system commonly occurs on the high pressure line.