Suzuki RA410, Manual

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DIAGNOSIS
DIAGNOSIS TABLE
Refer to Section 3.
STEERING WHEEL CHECK
Check steering wheel for play and rattle, holding vehicle in straight
forward condition on the ground.
Steering wheel play “a”: 0 – 30 mm (0 – 1.18 in)
If steering wheel play is not within specification, inspect as follows
and replace if found defective.
Tie rod end ball stud for wear (ball stud should move when more
than 2 kg-cm torque is applied.)
Lower ball joint for wear
Steering shaft joint for wear
Steering pinion or rack gear for wear or breakage
Each part for looseness
STEERING RACK BOOT CHECK
Hoist vehicle.
Inspect each boot for tear. A torn boot allows entry of dust and wa-
ter which can cause wear to steering rack and pinion to produce
noise as well as rust to result in malfunction of steering system.
If even a small tear is noted, replace with new one.
Boots should be visually inspected for any damage and tear during
every periodical inspection at specified intervals and whenever ve-
hicle is hoisted for any other purpose.
3B-2 MANUAL RACK AND PINION