| Inspection |
| 1. | Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels can face straight ahead. |
| 2. | Measure the distance the steering wheel can be turned without moving the front wheels.
|
| 3. | If the play exceeds standard value, inspect the steering column, shaft, and linkages. |
| 1. | Position the vehicle on a level surface and place the steering wheel in the straight ahead position. |
| 2. | Attach a spring scale to the steering wheel. With the engine speed 600 ±100 rpm, pull the scale and read it as soon as the tires begin to turn.
|
| 3. | If the measured value exceeds standard value, inspect the power steering gear box and ESP system |
Troubleshooting Trouble Symptom Cause of the symptom Remedy Excessive play in steeringLoose U-joint boltRetighten or replace as necessaryLoose yoke plugRetightenLoose steering gear mounting boltsRetightenLoose or worn tie rod endRetighten or replace as necessarySteering wheel does not return to its original positionExcessive turning resistance of tie rod endReplaceYoke plug excessively tightAdjustTie rod and/or ball joint cannot turn smoothlyReplaceLoose mounting of gear box at the subframeRetightenWorn steering shaft joint and/or body grommetCorrect or replaceDistorted rackReplaceRattling or chucking noise in the rack and pinionLoose steering gear box mountingRepositionLoose tie rod end and/or ball jointRepaceWorn tie rod and/or ball jointRepaceLoose yoke plugReplace
Inspection1.Check that the voltage values of No. 1, 2 duct sensors change1. Sensor (+ 5V)2. Sensor groundSpecification Ambient temperature [°C (°F)] Resistance (kΩ) Voltage (V) 50 (122)1.
Safety PrecautionPrecautions To Take Before Servicing High Voltage System • Since hybrid vehicles contain a high voltage battery, if the high voltage system or vehicles are handled incorrectly, this might lead to a serious accidents like electric shock and electric leakage.