FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Gear Housing Movement Check





1. Check the movement of steering gear housing during stationary steering on a dry paved surface.
2. Apply a force of 49 N (11 lbs.) to steering wheel to check the gear housing movement.
3. Turn off ignition key while checking.

Movement of gear housing: ± 2 mm (± 0.08 inch) or less

4. If movement exceeds the limit, replace mount insulator after confirming proper installation of gear housing clamps.