STEERING SYSTEM
STEERING WHEEL FREE PLAY
1. Set the vehicle in a straight-ahead condition.
2. Inspect the steering wheel free play by turning it lightly
with your fingers.
Specified Value:
10 mm MAX.
If the free play fails to meet with the specification, adjust
the free play to the specified value.
(Refer to the SR section.)
STEERING WHEEL RATTLE
Hold the steering wheel by your hands. Ensure that the steer-
ing wheel exhibits no excessive looseness or play by moving
it in an up-&-down direction, a right-&-left direction as well as
in a fore-&-aft direction.
If excessive play is found, repair the steering system.
(Refer to the SR section.)
TIGHTNESS OF STEERING LINKAGE
Inspect the attaching sections for tightness or damage.
Tightening Torque:
Steering Wheel/Steering Main Shaft:
28 - 41 N·m (2.8 - 4.2 kgf-m)
Steering Main Shaft/Universal Joint:
25 - 34 N·m (2.5 - 3.5 kgf-m)
Universal Joint/Steering Pinion:
25 - 34 N·m (2.5 - 3.5 kgf-m)
DAMAGE OF STEERING LINKAGE BALL JOINT DUST
BOOT
Inspect the dust boot of the tie rod end ball joint for cracks or
damage.
If any cracks or damage exists, replace the dust boot as nec-
essary.
(Refer to the SR section.)
FLUID LEAKAGE OF STEERING GEAR BOX
1. Inspect the power steering device for fluid leakage.
2. Inspect the tightness of the power steering device.
TIGHTNESS OF STEERING GEAR BOX
Inspect the bolts of the gear box for looseness.
Tightening Torque:
53.9 - 81.4 N·m (5.5 - 8.3 kgf-m)
MA–41
Play
10 mm MAX.
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JMA00117-00097
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