Checking the steering wheel play (Mitsubishi Colt 4)

Set the steering wheel to the center position.

While turning the steering wheel in different directions, watch the front wheels. The acceptable amount of play on the steering wheel is about 30 mm.

On vehicles with power steering, check the play with the engine running. The maximum permissible play is 30 mm. With the engine off and a horizontal force of 0.5 kg applied to the outer edge of the steering wheel, the maximum permissible play is 11 mm.

If the play value is greater than the permissible value, check the steering rods and the play of the front wheels

When sharply moving the steering rods by hand in different directions, there should be no noticeable play in the ball joints. Otherwise, replace the joints or steering tips.