None. There should be no play. If there is the tie rod end is worn.
it is best not to have any play in your steering, and its best not to have no more than an inch of play in your steering, but if I was you I would check your inner and outer tie rod ends. power steering just makes turning your wheels easier....it doesn't contribute in steering wheel play!! you shouldn't have no more than an inch of play in your steering.....it is best not to have any play in your steering. check your inner and outer tie rod ends.
alot because... well just alot
Rear wheel drive, tie rod ends, pitman arm, gear box itself. Front wheel drive, tie rod ends or the rack and pinion.
either your rack and pinion worm gear is worn out or you have bad inner-outter tie rod ends. turn the steering wheel back and forth and have a buddy watch the tie rod ends for play. replace as needed.
you most likely have worn tie rod ends or inner tie rod bushings that need replacing.
replace the tie rod ends
The most usual cause of steering problems looseness include bad or worn worn tie rod ends, a worn idler arm or center link, a worn steering gear or a bad or very worn steering rack.The steering wheel should not have much more than a quarter inch of play or less. More play means something is defect or loose and needs to be repaired. The inner and outer tie rod ends should not be loose. Bad or worn tie rod ends are dangerous, if one breaks the you will lose steering control. Worn tie rod ends will also cause much unnecessary wear of the tires. Refer to a manual for the specifics of the play allowed in the steering system for each part. On conventional steering gear boxes, there's an adjustment screw that can be turned to take the slack or looseness out. Loose and worn wheel bearings can also make the steering problematic, heavy or loose. Be careful to add grease and oil to the important parts as required.
That could be the steering box. If not I would check drag link and tie rod ends
Generally, an acceptable amount of end play in tie rod ends is typically around 0.05 to 0.10 inches. However, specific tolerances can vary depending on the vehicle manufacturer and model. It's essential to refer to the vehicle's service manual for precise specifications, as excessive end play can lead to steering instability and premature wear. Regular inspection is important to ensure safe and reliable vehicle performance.
Its not the rack its the tie rod ends.
You should always have an alignment when replacing any steering mechanism such as tie rod, ball joint etc.
That much play is usually a bad steering gear box. Best bet would be to get a new one. It could also be some extremely worn tie rod ends.