Steering Column: Testing and Inspection

Steering column, checking for damage
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.