STEERING WHEEL FREE PLAY CHECK


1.With the engine running (hydraulic operation), set the front wheels straight ahead.
2.Measure the play on the steering wheel circumference before the tyre & wheel start to move when slightly moving the steering wheel in both directions.
Limit value: 30 mm or less
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 steering wheel play still exceeds the limit value after Step 3 is performed, position the steering wheel in the straight ahead position, and then apply the force (approximately 5 N) in the circumferential direction.
At this time, check if the circumferential steering wheel play is within the standard value.
Standard value: 16.5 mm or less
5.If the steering wheel play is outside the standard value after Step 4 is performed, remove the steering gear and linkage, and check and adjust the pinion total rotation torque (Refer to ).