ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
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STEERING
37A-15
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
STEERING WHEEL FREE PLAY CHECK
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1. With the engine running (hydraulic operation), set the front
wheels straight ahead.
2. Measure the play on the steering wheel circumference
before the wheels start to move when slightly moving the
steering wheel in both directions.
Limit: 50 mm (2.0 inches)
3. When the play exceeds the limit, check for the play on the
steering shaft and steering linkage connection. Correct or
replace.
4. If the free play still exceeds the limit value, set the steering
wheel straight ahead with the engine stopped. Load 5 N (1.1
pound) towards the steering wheel circumference and check
the play.
Standard value (steering wheel play with the engine
stopped): 10 mm (0.4 inch) or less
5. If the play exceeds the standard value, check the steering
gear backlash and ball joint end play (Refer to
P.37A-16
).
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