Upper Steering Column

Upper Steering Column





Major Components

The upper steering column is adjustable for both tilt and reach.
- It is available with either manual or electrical operation of these functions.
- A dimmer switch is installed on the left side of the lower cowl Steering column upper and lower cowls are installed for both manual and electric columns.

Manual Adjustment

When a manual adjustment column is installed:
- The cable operated reach adjustment has approximately sixteen latched positions.
- The desired position is fixed by a rack and wedge.
- Tilt variations are stepped at approximately 3 ° intervals.
- Four latched positions are available.
- The uppermost position is unlatched.
- From the uppermost position the column may be pulled down to engage the first detent without using the tilt lever.

Serviceable Parts.

The only serviceable part is the Bowden wire and lever assembly.

Electric Adjustment.

When an electrically adjusted column is installed:
- If the ignition key is removed and the adjustment switch is in the 'AUTO' position, the column will tilt away for entry and exit.
- A column adjustment switch is installed on the left side of the lower cowl.

Serviceable Parts

- Ignition switch assembly.
- Gearshift interlock solenoid.
- Tilt motor assembly.
- Reach motor assembly.