Steering Column: Testing and Inspection
Steering column, checking for damage
Visual check
- Check all steering column parts for damage.
Functional check
- Check that steering column turns easily without jerking.
- Check that steering column can be adjusted for height and reach.
- Check gap dimension -A - between slide and bearing bracket.
Dimension A - Maximum 0.5 mm or smaller
- If dimension - A - is larger than 0.5 mm, the steering column is damaged and must be replaced.