Lexus NX: On-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. CHECK STEERING EFFORT (TORQUE)
CAUTION:
These service operations may affect the SRS airbags. Be sure to read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing.
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(a) Stop the vehicle on a level, paved surface and align the wheels straight ahead.
(b) Remove the steering pad assembly.
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(c) Connect the cable to the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.
(d) Using a torque wrench, check that the steering wheel set nut is properly tightened.
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(e) Turn the power switch on (READY) so that the power steering is ready to operate.
(f) Turn the steering wheel 90 degrees to the right and check the steering effort (torque) while continuing to turn it further in the same direction.
Standard steering effort (Reference):
6.0 N*m (61 kgf*cm, 53 in.*lbf) or less
(g) Align the front wheels facing straight ahead.
(h) Turn the power switch off.
(i) Disconnect the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.
(j) Install the steering pad assembly.
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