Mitsubishi 3000GT 1991, Service Manual

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STEERING
Service Adjustment Procedures
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SERVICE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES
STEERING WHEEL FREE PLAY CHECK
With engine running (hydraulic operation), set front wheels
straight ahead.
2. Measure the play on steering wheel circumference before
wheels start to move when slightly moving steering wheel
in both directions.
Limit: 30 mm (1.2 in.)
When the play exceeds the limit, check for play on steering
shaft connection and steering linkage. Correct or replace.
4. If the free play still exceeds the limit value set steering
wheel straight ahead with engine stopped. Load 5 N lb.)
towards steering wheel circumference and check play.
Standard values (steering wheel play with engine
stopped): 11 mm
in.)
If the play exceeds the standard value, remove steering
gear box and check total pinion torque.
STEERING ANGLE CHECK
1. Set front wheels on turning radius gauge and measure
steering angle.
Standard values:
Inner wheel 2”
Outer wheel
2. When not within the standard value, it is probably a toe
problem. Adjust toe (refer to GROUP 33A Service
Adjustment Procedures) and recheck.
TIE ROD END BALL JOINT VARIATION CHECK
(SHAFT DIRECTION)
1. Hold the ball joint with pliers.
2. Set a caliper gauge as illustrated and measure the displace-
ment with the ball stud compressed.
Limit: 1.5 mm in.)
3. If the measured displacement exceeds the limit, replace
the tie-rod end.
Caution
Even if the variation is within the limit, check ball joint
starting torque.
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