Steering Wheel Loads
- Raise vehicle with both front wheels free.
- With engine off, centralize steering wheel. Remove steering wheel cover. Using torque wrench on column nut, check torque required to turn the steering wheel one turn in each direction.
- Record readings obtained in each direction. Readings should be: With ABS, 50 INCH lbs. (5.65 N.m), non-ABS, 39 INCH lbs. (4.40 N.m).
NOTE:
If readings are in excess of those specified carry out steering box tie bar reset. See STEERING BOX TIE BAR RESET
. If figures are as specified, see VISUAL CHECK & BASIC ADJUSTMENTS
.