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Checking Steering Wheel Return

CHECKING STEERING WHEEL RETURN
Check the steering wheel return and confirm the following points:
1. The force required to turn the steering wheel and the wheel return should be the same for both moderate and sharp turns.





2. When the steering wheel is turned 90° and held for a couple of seconds while the vehicle is being driven at 20 - 30 kph (12 - 19 mph), the steering wheel should return at least 20° from its central position when it is released.





NOTE: If the steering wheel is turned very quickly, steering may be momentarily difficult. This is not a malfunction because the oil pump output will be somewhat decreased.