Maximum Steering Angle, Checking
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The wheel alignment computer determines the maximum steering angle.
-- If the value for the maximum steering angle is outside of the tolerance, then observe the following parameters:
- Is there damage to or distortion of steering- and suspension components?
- Are the tie rods visually OK?
- Is the tie rod symmetry correct?
Damaged components are to be replaced.
-- If the steering wheel is crooked, then observe the following parameters:
- Check the steering components for damage and distortion. If necessary, the damaged parts are to be replaced.
- Check the suspension components for damage and distortion. If necessary, the damaged parts are to be replaced.
- Check the tie rod symmetry as well.
-- Measure dimension -a- on the "shorter" tie rod head. Shorten the "longer" tie rod head to the same dimension. To do this, install the tie rod head -1- deeper on the tie rod -2-.
The dimension -a- must be the same on the right and left tie rod end.
The maximum permitted difference between the right and left must be < 2.5 mm.
-- When returning the steering to its center position, let the steering wheel "come to its center" using even movements.