Steering Wheel: Testing and Inspection

STEERING SYSTEM INSPECTION

STEERING WHEEL
- Set the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position, and check the wheel spokes to make sure they are correctly set in their specified positions.
- Lightly turn the steering wheel to the right and left to determine the point where front wheels start to move.





- Measure the distance of the movement of steering wheel at the outer periphery of wheel.
Steering wheel free play: 0 - 17 mm (0 - 0.67 inch)

- Move the steering wheel vertically toward the shaft to ascertain if there is play in the direction.
Maximum permissible play: 0.5 mm (0.020 inch)

- Drive the vehicle and check the following items during operation.

Steering force:
- The effort required for steering should be smooth and even at all points, and should not vary.

Pull to one side:
- Steering wheel should not be pulled to either side while driving on a level surface.

Wheel runout:
- Steering wheel should not be runout.

Return factor:
- Steering wheel should return to its original position after it has been turned and then released.