Steering Column Tilt Operation Check
Steering Column Tilt Operation Check1. Set the steering wheel in the straight driving position, and loosen the tilt lever fully.
2. Attach the spring scale to the highest point of the steering wheel, and set the tilting position at the lowest.
3. Pull the spring scale straight up, and read the operation load during tilting.
4. Attach the spring scale to the lowest point of the steering wheel.
5. Pull the spring scale straight down, and read the operation load during tilting.
6. If the measurement is more than the specification, adjust the tilt lever preload.
Steering Column/Tilt Lever Inspection/Adjustment
- Check the steering column ball bearing (A) and the steering joint bearings (B) for play and proper movement. If any bearing is noisy or has excessive play, replace the steering column as an assembly.
- Check the sliding capsules (C) for distortion and breakage. If there is distortion or breakage replace the steering column as an assembly.
Tilt Lever Preload Inspection
1. Move the tilt lever (A) from the loose position to the lock position three to five times; then measure the tilt lever preload 10 mm (0.4 inch) from the end of the tilt lever.
2. If the measurement is out of the specification, adjust the preload using the following procedures.
^ Loosen the tilt lever, and set the steering column in the neutral position.
^ Remove the 6 mm lock bolt (B), and remove the stop (C). Be careful not to loosen the tilt lever when installing the stop or tightening the 6 mm lock bolt.
^ Adjust the preload by turning the tilt lock bolt (D) left bolt.
^ Pull up the tilt lever to the uppermost position, and install the stop. Check the preload again. If the measurement is still out of specification, repeat the procedures to adjust.