Steering Column Assembly; Removal Of Steering Column Assembly; On-Vehicle Inspection - Toyota MR2 1988 Repair Manual

STEERING - On-Vehicle Inspection, Steering Column Assembly
SR-3
SR1076
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. CHECK THAT STEERING WHEEL FREEPLA Y IS
CORRECT
With the vehicle stopped and pointed straight ahead, rock
the steering wheel gently back and forth with light finger
pressure. Freeplay should not exceed the maximum limit.
Maximum freeplay: 30 mm (1.18 in.)
If excessive, repair.
2. CHECK STEERING LINKAGE AND GEAR HOUSING
(a) Check the steering linkage for looseness or damage.
Also check that:
• The tie rod ends do not have excessive play.
• The boots are not damaged.
• The boot clamps are not loose.
(b) Check gear housing for grease leakage or oozing.
STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL OF STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY
360 (26. 341
Column Cover
· - S t e e r i n g Wheel Pad
!-----Steering Wheel
Instrument Lower Finish Panel
260 (19, 261
J
1
36o (26. 361
r - 1
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Univen;al Joint
Cowl Side Panel
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kg-em (ft-lb, N·mll : Specified torque
SR1048