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 the steering column with two hands.

• Hold the steering column by the upper outer steering column tube and in the area of the upper universal joint.

Incorrect Handling Of Steering Column






Transporting at the clamping lever leads to pre-damage to the steering column.

Incorrect Handling Of Steering Column With Safety Risk






The following handling techniques can lead to damage of the universal joint bushings, the lower steering column bearing and the steering column:

• Transporting steering column with one hand on joint shaft.

• Bending joints more than 90°.