| Inspection |
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Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels can face straight ahead.
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| 2. |
Measure the distance the steering wheel can be turned without moving
the front wheels.
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| 3. |
If the play exceeds standard value, inspect the steering column, shaft,
and linkages.
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| 1. |
Position the vehicle on a level surface and place the steering wheel
in the straight ahead position.
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| 2. |
Attach a spring scale to the steering wheel. With the engine speed 600
± 100 rpm, pull the scale and read it as soon as the tires begin to
turn.
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| 3. |
If the measured value exceeds standard value, inspect the steering gear
box and EPS system.
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Troubleshooting Trouble Symptom Cause of the symptom Remedy Excessive play in steering Loose U-joint bolt Retighten or replace as necessary Loose yoke plug Retighten Loose steering gear mounting bolts Retighten Loose or worn tie rod end Retighten or replace as necessary Steering wheel does not return to its original position Excessive turning resistance of tie rod end Replace Yoke plug excessively tight Adjust Tie rod and / or ball joint cannot turn smoothly Replace Loose mounting of gear box at the subframe Retighten Worn steering shaft joint and/or body grommet Correct or replace Distorted rack Replace Rattling or chucking noise in the rack and pinion Loose steering gear box mounting Reposition Loose tie rod end and/or ball joint Repace Worn tie rod and/or ball joint Repace Loose yoke plug Replace
Instructions (R-134a) When Handling Refrigerant 1. R-134a liquid refrigerant is highly volatile. A drop on the skin of your hand could result in localized frostbite. When handling the refrigerant, be sure to wear gloves.
Description The compressor is the power unit of the A/C system. It is located on the side of engine block and driven by a V-belt of the engine. The compressor changes low pressure and low temperature refrigerant gas into high pressure and high temperature refrigerant gas.