Steering Play

[JYRed]

I just bought a 93 with 52000 miles and I noticed that there is a little play in the steering wheel. I saw some previous threads that suggested jacking up the front and trying to rock the wheels to see if there is any loseness, which I will do tomorrow. My question is: what is the fix if it is possible to rock the wheels? If they don't rock, what would be the next step?

JY

 

[Hugh]

How much play is "a little"? According to the service manual there should be 5cm or about 1/4 inch of play. It goes on to say that if the play is more than this to check all steering components. Doesn't go into further detail. I would inspect the tie rod ends.

 

[JYRed]

Turns out that the tie rods were fine. The problem appeared to be in what I'm told was a loose universal joint at the end of the steering column. It was tightened and lubed and now all the play is gone! The steering is perfect now.

JY