Steering Column: Testing and Inspection

Steering column for damage, checking

Visual check

- Check all steering column parts for damage.

Replace complete steering column if damaged.

Functional check

Requirements:

^ Steering column universal joint pulled off steering gear.
- Check that steering column turns easily without catching.
- Check that steering column can be adjusted for height and reach.





- Check gap -dimension a-.
Dimension a; Maximum 23 mm (0.9 inch)

If during one of these checks the specifications are not attained the steering column is damaged.

- Replace steering column in this case.