Service should include
- placing the vehicle on a stationary ramp that allows access underneath
- having someone inside the cab wiggle the steering wheel
- visually inspecting the steering shaft and components
- phasing the shaft.
ASE 1: IV. Suspension and Steering: B. Steering Column (P-1)
Process/Skill Questions:
- Why is it important that the shaft be in phase?
- What are the symptoms of an out-of-phase drive shaft?
- Why must manufacturer guidelines be followed?