Chery Tiggo 5 (T21). Manual — part 39

05–

6. Check the steering tie rod assembly and tie rod boot (equipped with hydraulic assist steering) (

7. Check the steering tie rod assembly and tie rod boot (equipped with electronic assist steering) (

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:
 Power steering pump assembly
 Steering fluid reservoir assembly
 Steering gear assembly
 Steering gear high pressure line
 Steering gear return line
 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.

CAUTION

 Generally, leakage from hydraulic assist steering system commonly occurs on the high pressure line.

05–

Final Inspection

1. Check the operation of body parts.

a. Hood

 Hydraulic tappet of engine hood operates properly.
 Hood locks securely when closed.

2. Front and rear doors

 Door locks operate properly.
 Doors close properly.

3. Back door

 Door lock operates properly.
 Back door closes properly.

4. Seat

 Seat adjusts easily and locks securely in any position.
 Front seatback locks securely in any position.
 Rear seatbacks lock securely after folding down.

5. Be sure to deliver a clean vehicle. Focus on the following items:

 Steering wheel
 Shift lever knob
 All switch knobs
 Door handles
 Seat

05–