Service Limit

Make a measurements as follows. If it exceeds the specified service limits, adjust or replace.

NOTE: When making a measurement, vise the gearbox using ST. Never vise the gearbox by inserting aluminum plates etc. between vise and gearbox.

ST1 926200000 STAND

ST2 34199AG000 BOSS D

Sliding resistance of rack shaft:

Service limit

314 N (32 kgf, 71 lbf) or less

Difference between right and left sliding resistance:

20% or less

Fig 1: Measuring Sliding Resistance Of Rack Shaft

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Fig 2: Measuring Difference Between Right And Left Sliding Resistance

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