Steering Gear, Overall Inspection: General
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Start the engine and set the wheels pointing straight ahead.
Turn the steering wheel slowly from left to right.
Note when the wheels start turning.
If the play in the steering wheel is more than 30 mm: see Checking Steering Gear For Play .