Set the steering to the center position.
Turn the steering wheel from side to side through the open window. There should be no play, otherwise make adjustments.
Move the steering rods from side to side with force. The joints should not have any play, otherwise replace the joints or rods.
Checking the play in the steering (Audi 80 B3)
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