Toyota Highlander Service Manual: On-vehicle inspection

Toyota Highlander Service Manual / Steering column / Steering system / On-vehicle inspection

1. CHECK STEERING WHEEL FREEPLAY

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

Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely cause of the problem. Check each part in the order shown. If necessary, repair or re ...

Repair

1. STEERING OFF CENTER REPAIR PROCEDURE (a) Inspect steering wheel off center. Apply masking tape on the top center of the steering wheel and steering column upper cover. Driv ...

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