Canada - Steering - Steering Wheel, Off Center Adjustment

Bulletin
0485

Issue Date
2001-09-28

Market
Canada

Reference
SR-01-002

Model
ALL MODELS

Year Range
2002

Component
SR

Subject:
STEERING WHEEL OFF CENTER ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE

This bulletin provides the recommended adjustment procedure for correcting an off-center steering wheel. This procedure does not require the use of a 4-wheel alignment machine.

APPLICABLE VEHICLES: All 2002 model year Lexus vehicles.

ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE:







1. Inspect steering wheel off center.
A. Apply masking tape to the top center of the steering wheel and steering column upper cover.







B. Drive the vehicle in a straight line for 330 feet (100 meters), at a constant speed of 56km/h (35 mph), and hold the steering wheel to maintain the course.
C. Draw a line on the masking tape as shown in the illustration.







D. Turn the steering wheel to its straight position.

HINT:
Use the upper surface of the steering wheel, steering spoke and SRS airbag line (when present) as a reference.

E. Draw a new line on the masking tape of the steering wheel as shown in the illustration.
F. Measure the distance (in millimeters) between the lines drawn on the steering wheel.

HINT:
Make a note of this measurement.

2. Determine the amount and direction of tie rod adjustment.

A. Use the measurement made in 1 (F) to determine the amount of adjustment necessary to the tie rod ends.