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Steering Excessively Light/Sensitive

Steering Excessively Light/Sensitive. Excessive Freeplay at Steering Wheel
Are steering box adjustments correct?
NO Adjust as required.
YES Suspect worn panhard rod or radius arm bushes.
Check condition of ball joints and the lower Steering Shaft universal joints for wear.

NOTE:
- Adjustments of steering box should not be required while in warranty period.
- If box is within warranty, it must be returned to manufacturer. No attempt must be made to introduce backlash.