While checking out the front end of a vehicle, the technician grabs the driver's side tire and steers the wheels manually left and right. While he does this, he notices that the center link moves up and down. What component is most likely at fault?
A)worn tie-rod ends
B)worn center link
C)worn idler arm
D)worn steering U-joint (coupler)

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The idler arm supports the center link on the passenger side of the vehicle and allows it to pivot as the wheels are turned. If the center link moves up and down, it indicates that the idler arm is not properly supporting the center link, suggesting that the idler arm is worn.

While Checking Out the Front End of a Vehicle, the Technician