Toyota Prius: Steering Column

On-vehicle Inspection

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

PROCEDURE

1. INSPECT STEERING WHEEL FREE PLAY

(a) Turn the ignition switch to ON (READY) so that the power steering is ready to operate.

(b) Stop the vehicle and align the front wheels facing straight ahead.

(c) Gently turn the steering wheel right and left, and check for steering wheel free play.

Steering Wheel Free Play:

Specified Condition	Result
30 mm or less 1.18 in. or less	mm in.

HINT:

If the free play exceeds the maximum, check the steering system.