Steering operation
Place the front wheels in position "directly" and measure the distance the steering wheel can be turned with the front wheels stationary.
Backlash: (0-10) mm
If the play exceeds the limit value, adjust the steering rack pressure. If the play is still excessive after adjusting the steering rack pressure, check the steering gear drive and mechanism as described on the next page.
Checking the assist force with the vehicle stationary
1. Check the power steering fluid level and pump belt tension.
2. Start the engine at idle speed, turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times to warm up the fluid.
3. Attach the dynamometer to the steering wheehp the engine idling and the vehicle parked on a clean, dry floor, tighten the dynamometer as shown and note the reading at which the wheels just begin to turn.
4. Readings should not exceed 29 N (3.0 kgf). If the reading is higher, check the mechanism and pump.