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Pinpoint Test C: Excessive Steering Wheel Play

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  1. C1 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN BEARINGS 
    • Inspect the steering column mounting fasteners and bearings for looseness.
    • Are the fasteners and bearings OK? 
    1. YES  : Go to  C2.
    2. NO  : TIGHTEN the steering column mounting fasteners or INSTALL a new steering column. REFER to STEERING COLUMN article.
  2. C2 CHECK THE STEERING LINKAGE FOR LOOSENESS 
    • Carry out the Steering Linkage Component Test in this article.
    • Is the steering linkage OK? 
    1. YES  : To diagnose suspension components, Refer to the appropriate Suspension article for the procedure.
    2. NO  : INSTALL new steering linkage components as necessary. REFER to STEERING LINKAGE article.
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