Component Tests and General Diagnostics
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION1. CHECK STEERING WHEEL FREE PLAY
(a) Stop the vehicle and align the tire straight ahead.
(b) Turn the steering wheel gently right and left, and check the steering wheel free play.
Maximum Free Play: 30 mm (1.18 inch)
If the free play exceeds the maximum, replace the steering intermediate shaft subassembly or steering gear.