Section 98(1) in The Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989
(1)The steering gear of every motor vehicle shall be maintained in good and sound condition,free from back-lash exceeding 30 degrees on the steering wheel, [all ball joints connecting the steering linkage,] [Substituted by GSR 338(E), dated 26.3.1993 (w.e.f. 26.3.1993).] shall be protected by rubber caps and where the connections are secured with bolts or pins, the bolts or pins shall be effectively locked.
