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Commercial motor vehicle steering linkage components, such as the tie rod, drag link, and pitman arm, are prohibited from having any cracks, bends, or welded repairs.

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True. Steering linkage components must never be cracked, bent, or repaired by welding.
Steering linkages transfer force directly from the steering gear to the steer wheels. Any crack, structural bend, or weld creates a point of potential catastrophic failure, which is why CDL standards strictly forbid welded repairs on these critical components.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the standard inspection criteria for mechanical steering linkage parts.
Components like the drag link, pitman arm, and tie rod must be secure, unbent, free of cracks, and never welded.
Steering linkages endure extreme dynamic loads, and welding weakens the structural integrity of the metal.
2
Evaluate the statement against commercial vehicle safety standards.
The statement accurately reflects safety regulations.
Any welded repair or crack in the steering assembly is a critical safety defect.

Key Concept

Steering Linkage Defect Identification and Integrity
Estimated Time:45s
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Steering System Inspection

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