Input Shaft Play

Using the dial gauge and magnet stand, measure the free play of input shaft.

NOTE:

When fixing the steering gearbox assembly in a vise, apply a wooden piece on the flange portion.
When fixing the magnet stand in the steering gearbox assembly, perform the following procedure.
- Fix the iron plate on the flange portion using a c-clamp, and place the magnet stand on the iron plate.
- Use bolts and nuts to fix directly on the flange portion of the steering gearbox assembly. (Secure the gauge firmly on the gearbox body. (Avoid the input shaft and the rack shaft.))

In radial direction:

Limit of both amplitudes: 0.6 mm (0.024 in) or less

Condition: Input shaft tip P = 98 N (10 kgf, 22 lbf)

L: 5 mm (0.2 in) from dust cover

In axial direction:

Service limit: 0.27 mm (0.0106 in) or less

Condition: Input shaft tip P = 20 - 49 N (2 - 5 kgf, 4 - 11 lbf)

NOTE: <Example of dial gauge and magnet stand installation>
The location where the magnet stand is installed varies to stabilize the magnet stand.

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