1. CHECK STEERING WHEEL FREEPLAY

(a) Stop the vehicle and align the tires straight ahead.
(b) Turn the steering wheel gently right and left, and check the steering wheel free play.
Maximum freeplay: 30 mm (1.18 in.)
If the free play exceeds the maximum, replace the steering intermediate shaft sub-assy or steering gear.
Problem symptoms table
RepairCamshaft (2AZ-FE)
REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL RH
2. REMOVE FRONT FENDER SPLASH SHIELD FRONT RH
3. REMOVE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL RH
4. REMOVE ENGINE COVER SUB-ASSY NO.1
5. REMOVE IGNITION COIL ASSY
6. REMOVE SPARK PLUG
7. DISCONNECT VENTILATION HOSE
8. DISCONNECT VENTILATION HOSE NO.2
9. DISCONNECT ENG ...