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Steering - Squeak Noise From Column Lock Adjustment

RETAILER TECHNICAL JOURNAL 21290
STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT, SQUEAKING NOISE

Date: 07-24-2009

Reference: VIDA

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AFFECTED VEHICLES

DESCRIPTION:

There can be a squeaking noise in the steering column adjustment when the operator locks and unlocks the lever.





MATERIALS

SERVICE:

If the noise is confirmed to be coming from the steering column adjustment, apply grease according to the following procedure.

Note!
Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.

Removal

1. Remove the panel for the steering column according to VIDA:

INFORMATION
REPAIR
Removal, replacement, and installation
Electrical system
Other electrical equipment
Electrical item
Control stalk, left
Panel, steering column

Lubrication

2. With the lever in the locked position, lubricate the 4 locations specified.





3. With the lever in the unlocked position, repeat step 2 at the 2 locations specified.

Installation





4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.





WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION