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Steering Wheel Free Play Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. With the engine running (hydraulic operation), set the front wheels straight ahead.
  2. Measure the play on the steering wheel circumference before the wheels start to move when slightly moving the steering wheel in both directions.

    Limit: 30 mm (1.2 inch) 

  3. When the play exceeds the limit, check for the play on the steering shaft and steering linkage connection. Correct or replace.
  4. If the free play still exceeds the limit value, set the steering wheel straight ahead with the engine stopped. Load 5 N (1.1 pound) towards the steering wheel circumference and check the play.

    Standard value (steering wheel play with the engine stopped): 10 mm (0.4 inch) or less 

  5. If the play exceeds the standard value, check the steering gear box and check total pinion torque (Refer to >> B << RETURN HOSE ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION  ).
    Fig 1: Measuring Play On Steering Wheel
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