Steering Wheel Turning Force

Park vehicle on a level and dry surface, set parking brake.
Tires need to be inflated normal pressure. Refer to TIRE AIR PRESSURE .
Start engine.
Check steering wheel turning force using Tool when steering wheel has been turned 360° from the neutral position.

Fig 1: Checking Steering Wheel Turning Force
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Tool number :-(J-44372)

Steering wheel turning force : Refer to STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE .
If steering wheel turning force is out of specification, inspect steering column. Refer to INSPECTION .
If steering column meets specification, inspect steering gear. Refer to INSPECTION .