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Pinpoint Test C: Excessive Steering Wheel Play

  1. C1 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN BEARING  .
    • Inspect the steering column mounting fasteners and bearing for looseness.
    • Are the fasteners and bearing OK?  .
    1. Yes  : GO to C2.
    2. No  : TIGHTEN the steering column mounting fasteners or INSTALL a new steering column. REFER to STEERING COLUMN .
  2. C2 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 to diagnose the suspension components.
    2. No  : INSTALL new steering linkage as necessary.
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