FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Procedures





STEERING COLUMN


Inspection


INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
- Check each part of steering column assembly for damage or other malfunctions. Replace if there are any abnormal conditions.





- Measure steering column assembly rotating torque using a preload gauge (A) [SST: ST3127S000 (J-25765-A)]. Replace steering column assembly if the rotating torque is outside the standard.










- Measure the length "L" shown in the figure, if vehicle has been involved in a minor collision. Replace steering column assembly
(with motor, reduction gear, sensor) if "L" is outside the standard.






INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
- Check each part of steering column assembly for damage or other malfunctions. Replace if there are any abnormal conditions.
- Check the steering wheel play, neutral position steering wheel, steering wheel turning force, and front wheel turning angle. Inspection.





- Check tilt mechanism operating range "T" shown in the figure.






- Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Description Work Procedure, "Work Procedure".