Rack
Check for rack tooth face damage or wear
Check for oil seal contact surface damage
Check for rack bending or twisting
Check for oil seal ring damage or wear
Check for oil seal damage or wear
Pinion valve
Check for pinion gear tooth face damage or wear
Check for oil seal contact surface damage
Check for seal ring damage or wear
Check for oil seal damage or wear
Bearing
Check for seizure or abnormal noise during a bearing rotation
Check for excessive play
Check for missing needle bearing rollers
Others
Check for damage of the rack housing cylinder bore
Check for boot damage, cracking or aging