On-Vehicle Inspection [09/2014 - ]: Procedure

INSPECT STEERING WHEEL FREE PLAY
1. Start the engine and make sure that the vehicle is in a state in which the power steering can operate.
2. Stop the vehicle and position the front wheels straight ahead.
3. Gently turn the steering wheel right and left, and check for steering wheel free play.
  Maximum Free Play
  
  30 mm (1.18 in.)
  
  HINT:
  
  If the free play exceeds the maximum, check the steering system.
  
  Refer to PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE [09/2014 - ]