Steering rod knocking, how to determine? How does the steering linkage knock?

Steering rod knocking, how to determine? How does the steering linkage knock?
Creaks and knocks when driving, which were not there yesterday, should alert any car owner.
And become a reason for diagnosing faults. It’s more logical to start with the wheels. To do this you will need a jack,
to lift the car, and some free time. A special tool is not needed, and specialized education is not necessary.
How can you tell if the steering linkage is broken? Using the example of a Ford Galaxy car (Ford Galaxy, Sharan, Alhambra, Volkswagen Sharan, Seat Alhambra)
Signs of a broken steering linkage:
beating or tight rotation of the steering wheel;
knocking noises when turning the steering wheel;
free movement of the “wheel”;
increase in backlash;
throwing a car around.