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System Specifications

Shaft and Joint Type Collapsible, Crossjoint With Tilt Column.
Steering Gear Type Rack and Pinion
Rack Stroke 150 +/- 1mm
Oil Pump Type Vane Type
Steering Wheel Free Play 0-30mm (0-1.1in)
Steering Angle, Inner Wheel 40.70 deg.
Steering Angle, Outer Wheel 32.40 deg.
Tie Rod End Ball Joint Starting Torque 0.5-2.5Nm (0.36-1.78 ft-lbs)
Stationary Steering Effort 3.0 kg Max
Belt Deflection (under 22 lbs) Force 8.8-11.0mm (New Belt)
Belt Deflection (Under 22 lbs) Force 11.7-15.3mm (Regular Inspection)
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