
SR–7
STEERING – ON–VEHICLE INSPECTION
ON–VEHICLE INSPECTION
STEERING WHEEL FREEPLAY CHECK
With the vehicle stopped and tires pointed straight ahead, rock the steering wheel gently back and forth with light finger pressure.
Freeplay should not exceed the maximum.
Freeplay mm(in.)
Maximum 30 (1.18)
IDLE–UP CHECK
1. TURN AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH OFF
2. CHECK IDLE–UP
(a) Start engine and run it at idle.
(b) Fully turn the steering wheel.
(c) Check that the engine speed decreases when the air control valve hose is pinched.
(d) Check that the engine speed increases when the hose is released.
2JZ-GE:
2JZ-GTE:
RD7438
RD7437
Z13450
R06184
FLUID LEVEL CHECK
1. KEEP VEHICLE LEVEL
2. CHECK FLUID LEVEL
Check the fluid level in the reservoir.
If necessary, add fluid.
Fluid:
ATF DEXRON® II
HINT: Check that the fluid level is within the HOT LEVEL range on the dipstick of the reservoir cap. If the fluid is cold, check that it is within the COLD LEVEL range.
3. BOOST FLUID TEMPERATURE
(a) Start the engine and run it at idle.
(b) Turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times to boost fluid temperature.
Fluid temperature:
80°C (176°F)
R00441