Montero SR 4WD V6-3.5L SOHC (1997)
Steering Gear: Testing and Inspection
BACKLASH CHECK
1. Jack up the vehicle front and hold the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position.
2. Use the special tool to disconnect the pitman arm from the relay rod.
CAUTION:
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Use cord to bind the special tool closely so it won't become separated.
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The nut should only be loosened, not removed.
3. Use a dial indicator to measure the steering gear backlash at the pitman arm top end.
Limit: 0.5 mm (.020 inch)
4. If the measured value exceeds the limit, screw in the steering gear box adjusting bolt until the steering wheel play is within the standard value
range.
CAUTION:
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Be sure to make the adjustment with the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position.
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If the adjusting bolt is overtightened, more steering effort will be required, and return of the wheel will be adversely affected.
