Suzuki Wagon R Manual page 106

MANUAL RACK AND PINION 3B-3
DIAGNOSIS
DIAGNOSIS TABLE
Refer to SECTION 3.
STEERING WHEEL CHECK
Check steering wheel for play and rattle, holding vehicle in straight
forward condition on the ground.
Steering wheel play "a": 0 – 30 mm (0 – 1.1 in.)
If steering wheel play is not within specification, inspect as follows
and replace if found defective.
D Tie-rod end ball stud for wear (ball stud should move when more
than 2 kg-cm torque is applied.)
D Lower ball joint for wear
D Steering shaft joint for wear
D Steering pinion or rack gear for wear or breakage
D Each part for looseness
STEERING RACK BOOT CHECK
Hoist vehicle.
Inspect each boot for tear. A torn boot allows entry of dust and water
which can cause wear to steering rack and pinion to produce noise
as well as rust to result in malfunction of steering system.
If even a small tear is noted, replace with new one.
Also, check each boot for dent. If there is a dent, keep boot in most
compressed state for some seconds to correct dent.
Boots should be visually inspected for any damage, dent and tear
during every periodical inspection at specified intervals and when-
ever vehicle is hoisted for any other purpose.