1. CHECK STEERING WHEEL FREEPLAY

(a) Stop the vehicle and face the tires straight ahead.
(b) Rock the steering wheel gently up and down with your hand, check the steering wheel freeplay.
Maximum freeplay: 30 mm (1.18 in.)
Problem Symptoms Table
RepairChecking tires
Check if the treadwear indicators are showing on the tires. Also check
the tires for uneven wear, such as excessive wear on one side of the
tread. Check the spare tire condition and pressure if not rotated.
New tread
Worn tread
Treadwear indicator
The location of treadwear indicator ...
On-vehicle inspection
HINT:
The type of ignition switch on this model differs according to
the specifications of the vehicle. For the expressions used in
this section, refer to the "EXPRESSIONS OF IGNITION
SWITCH" precaution (See page ES-1).
1. CHECK AIR FUEL RATIO COMPENSATION SYSTEM
(a) Connect the inte ...
Reassembly
1. Install lower radiator tank
(a) After checking that there are no foreign objects in
the lock plate groove, install a new O-ring without
twisting it.
HINT:
When cleaning the lock plate groove, lightly rub it
with sandpaper without scratching it.
(b) Tap the lock plate with a plastic ...