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Checking the free-play
STEERING WHEEL To check the steering wheel free-play, stop the car with the wheels pointed straight ahead and gently move the steering wheel back and forth. Use very light finger pressure and be ...

Center console conpartment
Center Console Box The center console box is used for storing cassette tapes or small articles. To use the center console box, pull up the handle (1) or (2) lift the lid as shown. WARNING: To ...

Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine off, check for excessive free-play in the steering wheel. Check the linkage for bends or damage. Check the dust boots and ball joints for deterioration, cracks, ...