Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

Steering Column, Checking for Damage

Optical Test

- Check whether parts of the steering column indicate damage.

If damage is detected, the complete steering column must be replaced.

Function Test

Test Requirement

• Steering column universal joint pull off from steering gear.

- Check whether steering column can be turned easily and without catching.

- Check whether steering column length and height are adjustable.

- Check dimension - a -.





Dimension - a -; maximum 23 mm

If a malfunction has already been detected in one of these tests, the steering column is damaged.

- In this case, replace steering column.