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Pinpoint Test I: Excessive Steering Wheel Play

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  1. I1 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN BEARING 
    • Inspect the steering column mounting fasteners and bearings for looseness.
    • Are the fasteners and bearings OK? 
    1. YES  : Go to  I2.
    2. NO  : TIGHTEN the steering column mounting fasteners or INSTALL a new steering column. REFER to STEERING COLUMN article.
  2. I2 CHECK THE STEERING LINKAGE FOR LOOSENESS 
    • Carry out the steering linkage component test. Refer to Component Tests.
    • Is the steering linkage OK? 
    1. YES  : REFER to SUSPENSION SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article for the suspension diagnosis and testing.
    2. NO  : INSTALL new steering linkage as necessary. REFER to STEERING LINKAGE article.
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