Checking Gear Housing Movement
- Check the movement of steering gear housing during stationary steering on a dry paved surface.
- Apply a force of 49 N (5 kg, 11 lb.) to steering wheel to check the gear housing movement.
Turn off ignition key while checking.
Movement of gear housing: +/-2 mm (+/-0.08 in) or less
- Apply a force of 49 N (5 kg, 11 lb.) to steering wheel to check the gear housing movement.
- If movement exceeds the limit, replace mount insulator after confirming proper installation of gear housing clamps.