Swift L4-1298cc 1.3L SOHC MFI (1997)
Steering Wheel: Testing and Inspection
Manual Steering
1. Check steering wheel for play and rattle, holding car in straight forward condition on the ground.
Steering wheel play "a": 0 - 30 mm (0 - 1.2 inch)
2. If steering wheel play is not within specification, inspect as follows and replace if found defective.
a. Tie-rod end ball stud for wear (ball stud should move when more than 2 kg-cm torque is applied.)
b. Lower ball joint for wear.
c. Steering shaft joint for wear.
d. Steering pinion or rack gear for wear or breakage.
e. Each part for looseness.