ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION — Steering wheel play, neutral position, front-wheel turning angle
ST-5prose procedureChecking Steering Wheel Play
With wheels in a straight-ahead position, check steering wheel play.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Steering wheel playWheels in straight-ahead position. | 35 or lessmm (1.38 in) |
Steering wheel playWheels in straight-ahead position.
35 or lessmm (1.38 in)
If it is not within specification, check rack and pinion assembly.
Checking Neutral Position on Steering Wheel
Pre-checking
IMPORTANT
Verify that the steering gear is centered before removing the steering wheel.
Checking
Check that the steering wheel is in the neutral position when driving straight ahead.
If it is not in the neutral position, remove the steering wheel and reinstall it correctly.
IMPORTANT
If the neutral position is between two serrated teeth, loosen tie-rod lock nut and move tie-rod in the opposite direction by the same amount on both left and right sides to compensate for error in the neutral position.
Front Wheel Turning Angle
Rotate steering wheel all the way right and left; measure turning angle.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Turning angle of full turns | Refer to section FA for S.D.S. |
| Rack stroke — Measured length "L"If turning angle is not within spec. | Refer to S.D.S. |
Turning angle of full turns
Refer to section FA for S.D.S.
Rack stroke — Measured length "L"If turning angle is not within spec.
Refer to S.D.S.
If it is not within specification, check rack stroke.