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Pinpoint Test B: Excessive Steering Wheel Play

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  1. B1 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  B2.
    2. NO  : TIGHTEN the steering column mounting fasteners or INSTALL a new steering column. REFER to STEERING COLUMN article.
  2. B2 CHECK THE STEERING LINKAGE FOR LOOSENESS 
    1. YES  : To diagnose suspension components, REFER to SUSPENSION SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
    2. NO  : INSTALL new steering linkage components as necessary. Refer to the POWER STEERING article for the procedure.
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