Lanos S Hatchback L4-1.6L DOHC D-TEC MFI (1999)
Steering Gear: Adjustments
Power Steering Gear
Adjustment Procedure
Make the rack bearing adjustment with the front wheel raised and the steering wheel centered. Be sure to check the returnability of the steering wheel
to center after the adjustment.
1. Loosen the locknut and turn the adjuster plug clockwise until a torque of 10 Nm (88 inch lbs.) is obtained.
2. Back the adjuster plug off by 55 to 65 degrees. Check the pinion preloaded torque is within the range 0.9 to 1.7 Nm (8 to 15 inch lbs.).
3. Tighten the adjuster plug locknut while holding the adjuster plug stationary.
Tighten
Tighten the adjuster plug locknut to 70 Nm (52 ft. lbs.).
