Steering Operation

STEERING WHEEL ROTATIONAL PLAY
1. Place the front wheels in a straight ahead position and measure the distance the steering wheel can be turned without moving the front wheels. Rotational Play: 0 - 10 mm (0 - 0.4 inch)
2. If the play exceeds the service limit, perform rack guide adjustment.
3. If the play is still excessive after rack guide adjustment, inspect the steering linkage and gearbox.





STEERING EFFORT CHECK
Raise the front wheels off the ground. Turn the steering wheel with a spring scale and check its reading. Standard: 15 N (3.3 lbs.) maximum If it reads more, perform rack guide adjustment.