2005 GU Steering Wheel play.

[ptcb]

Is there any way of adjusting the amount of freeplay of the steering wheel. Mine seems a little excessive. Al joints seem fine, and no damage just plenty of steering wheel movement.

[MudRunnerTD]

Get someone in the car to turn the wheel from side to side while your under the car. See if you can fine a tie rod end that is a little worn or then look a your steering box for the next???

[ptcb]

Thanks mudrunner. Makes a good start. Hopefully it will turn up something. Can the play be adjusted in the steering box?

[BearGUST]

I've adjusted the play in my GU steering box, just mark where it was and do it up half a turn and see if it's any better. (That is assuming you don't find play in a tie rod end or similar)

[ptcb]

Bear, where is the adjustment. Havnt done it before but not afraid of the tools!

[BearGUST]

On the top of the steering box you'll find an adjustment screw (flat blade) with a lock nut.
I found it easier to do it with 2 people.
Get your assistant to hold the screw while you undo the lock nut. Get them to tighten half a turn maybe and then lock up the lock nut again.
See if that is enough, if not go again.

[ptcb]

Thanks mate, I know the one. Just in time for the weekend.