Checking Neutral Position on Steering Wheel: Pre-Checking

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Make sure that wheel alignment is correct.
Wheel alignment: Refer to FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT .
Verify that the steering gear is centered before removing the steering wheel.

Fig 1: Checking Neutral Position On Steering Wheel

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