Pic. 262. Tie rod: 1 - tie rod joint; 2 - protective cover
With the wheel bolted on from below the vehicle, grasp hinge 1 (pic. 262) steering rod and shake it with force. A worn hinge has increased axial play. If it exceeds 2 mm, the hinge must be replaced.
When checking, the mudguards of the hinges should not have visible damage. Since they cannot be replaced separately, the corresponding tie rod end must be replaced.