Procedures
Steering Column, Handling and Transporting
• The correct handling of the steering column must always be observed.
• Incorrect handling of steering column may cause damage to steering column and therefore lead to a safety risk.
Correct Handling and Transport of Steering Column
• Transport steering column with two hands.
• Hold steering column at upper steering rod tube and in area of upper universal joint.
Incorrect Handling of Steering Column
Transporting at the following components leads to pre-damage to steering column:
1. Clamping lever
2. Weight compensation springs
3. Deformation element
Damage to universal joint bushings on lower steering column bushing due to:
• Holding and carrying the steering column with a hand on the connecting shaft.
• Bending joints more than 90°.