(3) Starting torque of the ball joint.
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL RETURN
The force required to turn the steering wheel and the wheel return should be the same for both left and right in
case of moderate or sharp turns.
2. When the steering wheel is turned 90° and held fo r a couple of seconds while the vehicle is being driven at
35kph, the steering wheel shouldreturn at least 70° from the neutral position when it is released.
If the steering wheel is turned very quickly, steering may be momentarily difficult. This is not a malfunction
because the oil pump output will be somewhatdecreased.
CHECKING POWER STEERING BELT TENSION
1. Press the V belt, applying a pressure of 98N (10kg, 22lb) at the specified point and measure the deflection to
confirm that it is within the standardvalue.
Standard value
New belt : 8.8~11.0mm (0.35~0.43 in.)
Used belt : 12.5~14.3mm (0.49~0.56 in.)
2. If the belt deflection is beyond the standard value, adjust the belt tension as follows.
(1) Loosen the bolt adjusting the power steering "V" belt tension.
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