2. Make sure that the position of the steering wheel corresponds to the direction of travel.
a) Set the steering wheel in the direction of travel straight ahead and, after driving the car for five meters, make sure that it is moving straight ahead.
b) Apply marks to the steering wheel and upper steering column cover using tape.
3. Check the neutral position of the steering gear.
a) Raise the front of the vehicle.
b) Lower the vehicle by placing the front wheels on chocks.
c) Turn the steering wheel all the way to the right and then to the left, measure the angle of the inner wheel when turning.
The difference in measurements for the left and right wheels should not exceed 2°.
If the difference exceeds the specified value, adjust the length of the tie rod ends.
d) Place the car with its rear wheels on chocks.
d) Raise the front of the vehicle and place it on stands.
e) Measure the rear wheel turning angles by turning the steering wheel all the way to the right and then all the way to the left.
The difference in measurements for the left and right wheels should not exceed 45'.
If the difference exceeds the specified value, make adjustments.
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