Checking Steering Wheel Free Play

Checking Steering Wheel Free Play

1. Start the engine and with the steering wheel in the straight ahead position, apply a force of 5 N (1.1 lb.) while turning the steering wheel.





2. Measure the play at the circumference of the steering wheel.
Standard value: Steering wheel free play 0 - 30 mm (0.0 - 1.1 inch)
3. If the play exceeds the standard value, inspect the contact of the steering shaft and tie rod ends.