Component Tests and General Diagnostics

Function inspection

1. Dry steering torque check

WARNING:
As this maintenance procedure may have an effect on the SRS airbag system, be sure to check the SRS airbag system precautions before commencing work.

(1) Park the vehicle on a level paved surface, and set the steering wheel to the straight-ahead position.
(2) Disconnect the cable to the negative terminal of the battery.

CAUTION:
After turning the ignition to IG OFF, there may be cases where you have to wait before disconnecting the cable to the negative terminal of the battery. Therefore, please check the precautions for disconnecting the battery terminals before starting work.

(3) Remove the horn button ASSY.
(4) Connect the negative terminal of the battery.
(5) Check that the steering wheel set nut is not loose.
Standard value:T=39Nm {398kgf-cm}
(6) Start the engine and place the vehicle in a state where the power steering can operate.
(7) Check the torque while turning the steering wheel a quarter turn to the right from the straight-ahead position.
Standard value:T=6.0Nm {61kgf-cm} or less
(8) Check the torque in the same manner while turning to the left.
(9) Set the steering wheel to the straight-ahead position.
(10) Disconnect the cable to the negative terminal of the battery.

CAUTION:
After turning the ignition to IG OFF, there may be cases where you have to wait before disconnecting the cable to the negative terminal of the battery. Therefore, please check the precautions for disconnecting the battery terminals before starting work.

(11) Install the horn button ASSY.
(12) Connect the negative terminal of the battery.