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Steering Gear: Adjustments

Power steering gear, adjusting

Note:  Two technicians are required for adjustments. Adjust with engine off

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Raise vehicle on platform.

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Wheels in straight-ahead position.

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Turning the steering wheel back and forth (approximately 30° off center axis) will produce a rattling noise if steering play is too large.

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Second technician turns adjustment bolt (arrow) carefully during this, until rattling noise cannot be heard in vehicle interior anymore.

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Road test vehicle.

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Be sure that steering returns to straight-ahead position on its own, without catching, after vehicle is maneuvered or driven in a curve. Correct
adjustment if necessary.

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