FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Steering Column: Testing and Inspection

Inspection







If steering wheel does not turn smoothly, check the steering column as follows and replace damaged parts.

Check column bearings for damage and unevenness. Lubricate with recommended multi-purpose grease or replace steering column as an assembly, if necessary.

Check jacket tube for deformation and breakage. Replace if necessary.


If the vehicle is involved in a light collision, check dimension "L". If it is not within specification, replace steering column as an assembly.

Column length "L":........................863.1 - 864.7 mm (33.980 - 34.043 inch)



Tilt Mechanism:






After installing steering column, check tilt mechanism operation.