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Steering Column, Checking For Damage



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.