- Set the steering wheel to the middle position.
- Turn the steering wheel in different directions, while watching the front wheels. It is allowed to have a play of about 30 mm on the steering wheel.
Attention: On vehicles with power steering, the play must be checked with the engine running. The maximum admissible backlash value: 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 allowable backlash is 11 mm.
- If the play is greater, check the tie rods and the play of the front wheels.
- Strongly move the steering rods in different directions by hand. There must be no noticeable play in the ball joints, otherwise replace the hinges or steering tips.