Rack Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Inspect the rack for cracking, damage, and tooth wear. Replace it if necessary.
- Measure the runout of the rack.
Steering rack runout
Large diameter portion (near point A): 0.15
mm {0.006 in} max.
Small diameter portion (near point B): 0.20
mm {0.008 in} max.
- If not within the specification, replace the rack.