Checking the steering wheel play (Hyundai Elantra J2)

1. Start the engine, set the steering wheel to the position corresponding to straight-ahead movement. Turn the steering wheel using a force of 5N.

2. Measure the amount of play around the circumference of the steering wheel.

2. Measure the amount of play around the circumference of the steering wheel.

Steering wheel play (standard value) — 0-30 mm

3. If the amount of play exceeds the standard value, check the contact area of the steering gear shaft and the tie rod ends.

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Elantra 2: Steering

Troubleshooting (Power Steering)
Steering — Lubricants
Steering — tightening torque, Nm
Steering — Standard Options
Steering — technical characteristics

Checking the rotation angles
Checking the starting torque of the ball joints in the steering rod ends
Checking the force on the steering wheel rim of a stationary vehicle
Checking the steering characteristics
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