Check Steering Wheel Free Play
STEERINGON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. CHECK STEERING WHEEL FREE PLAY
a. Stop the vehicle and align the tires straight ahead.
b. Turn the steering wheel gently right and left, and check the steering wheel free play.
Maximum Free Play: 30 mm (1.18 inch)
If the free play exceeds the maximum, replace the steering intermediate shaft sub-assembly or steering gear.