Steering Wheel Free Play

SERVICE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE

CHECKING STEERING WHEEL FREE PLAY
1. Start the engine with the steering wheel in the straight ahead position, apply a force of 5 N (1.1 lb) to the steering wheel in the peripheral direction.
2. Measure the play at the circumference of the steering wheel.

Standard value [A]
Steering wheel free play : 0 - 30 mm (0 - 1.1 in)




3. If the play exceeds the standard value, inspect the connection between the steering shaft and tie rod ends.