Note: Before checking, check the tire pressure, tire type and tire contact surface.
1. (For models not equipped with an airbag)
Remove the steering wheel cover.
A) Loosen the steering wheel cover bolt and remove it.
b) Disconnect the connector.
2 (For models equipped with an airbag).
Remove the steering wheel pad (see chapter "Safety system (SRS)").
Attention: store the overlay face up.
3. Determine the force on the steering wheel.
A) Stop the vehicle on a level surface and turn the steering wheel to the center position.
b) Start the engine and set the idle speed.
V) Install the torque wrench as shown in the figure.
G) Measure the force on the steering wheel in both directions.
- Maximum allowable force - 8 Nm
d) Check the tightness of the steering wheel nut.
- Tightening torque - 36 Nm
d) Check the tightness of the steering wheel nut.
- Tightening torque - 36 Nm