1. Raise the front of the car and secure it on stands with the wheels hanging in the air.
2. Illuminate the dust covers of the front suspension lower pivot points with a portable lamp (arrow) and check their status.
3. Illuminate the tie rod dust cover with a portable lamp (arrow) and check their status.
4. Any wear on these boots will result in loss of lubricant and ingress of water and dirt, leading to rapid wear of the ball joints or steering gear. In the presence of defects, for safety reasons, at a Volkswagen service station, replace the corresponding joint with a dust cover.
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