What is another term used to describe the free play in the steering system?
- Lash ✓
- Space
- Flex
- Loose
Answer: A. Lash
Free play in the steering system is also called lash.
Why this is the answer
The handbook uses the two terms together: free play or lash is how far the steering wheel turns before the tires start to move. It also describes how to check it, with the engine on and the wheels pointed straight ahead, turning the wheel with your fingers until you feel the tires resist. If the wheel turns too far before that resistance, the free play or lash is excessive.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. Space — Space is not the term the handbook uses for this steering wheel movement.
- C. Flex — Flex is not the term the handbook uses for this steering wheel movement.
- D. Loose — Loose is not the term the handbook uses for this steering wheel movement.
Remember it
Link the two words in the handbook's own phrase: free play or lash — same thing, measured at the steering wheel before the tires answer.