Subaru 2002 IMPREZA Service Manual page 2411

2. SERVICE LIMIT
Make a measurement as follows. If it exceeds the
specified service limit, adjust or replace.
NOTE:
When making a measurement, vise the gearbox by
using ST. Never vise the gearbox by inserting alu-
minum plates, etc. between vise and gearbox.
ST 926200000 STAND
Sliding resistance of rack shaft:
Service limit
304 N (31 kgf, 68 lb) or less
STEERING GEARBOX [LHD MODEL]
G4M0109
G4M0110
PS-49
POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING)
3. RACK SHAFT PLAY IN RADIAL DIREC-
TION
Right-turn steering:
Service limit
0.19 mm (0.0075 in) or less
On condition
L: 5 mm (0.20 in)
P: 122.6 N (12.5 kgf, 27.6 lb)
Left-turn steering:
Service limit
Direction
0.3 mm (0.012 in) or less
Direction
0.15 mm (0.0059 in) or less
G4M0111
G4M0112