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Steering Wheel Play Check

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 lbs.) to the steering wheel in the peripheral direction.
2. Measure the play at the circumference of the steering wheel.
Steering wheel free play [Standard value] 30 mm (1.1 inch)
3. If the play exceeds the standard value, inspect the contact of the steering shaft and tie rod ball joints.