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Steering Excessively Light/Sensitive, Excessive Freeplay

Steering Excessively Light/Sensitive. Excessive Freeplay at Steering Wheel.
Are steering box adjustments correct?
NO Adjust as required.
NOTE:
- Adjustments of steering box should not be required while in warranty period.
- If box is within warranty, it must be returned to manufacturer. No attempt must be made to introduce backlash.

YES Suspect worn panhard rod or radius arm bushes.
Check condition of ball joints and the lower Steering Shaft universal joints for wear.