Montero Sport XLS 4WD V6-3.5L SOHC (2002)
Steering Gear: Testing and Inspection
CHECK
1. Jack up the vehicle front and hold the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
2. Take a part the pitman arm and the relay rod.
3. Measure the steering gear backlash at the pitman and top end with a dial indicator.
Limit: 0.5 mm (0.02 inch)
4. If the measured value exceeds the limit, screw in the steering gear box adjusting bolt until the steering wheel free play is within the standard value.
NOTE: Be sure to make the adjustment with the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
NOTE: If the adjusting bolt is overtightened, more steering effort will be required, and return of the wheel will be adversely affected.