Steering Column Inspection: Inspection

How to use this Service Information .

1. Tilting Force - Check

   ■ Procedure/Specifications 

   1. Set the steering wheel in the straight ahead driving position, and loosen the lock lever fully.

   2. Attach a commercially available spring scale (A) to the highest point of the steering wheel, and tilt the steering column to the lowest position.

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   3. Pull the spring scale straight up, and read the force required to move the steering column.

   ■ Measure Direction 

   Position	Direction
   B	Upward

   Normal Conditions (Tilting Force) 

   Specifications
   Standard	69 N.m (15.5 lbf) max.

   4. Attach the spring scale to the lowest point of the steering wheel.

   5. Pull the spring scale straight down, and read the force required to move the steering column.

   Measure Direction 

   Position	Direction
   C	Downward

   Normal Conditions (Tilting Force) 

   Specifications
   Standard	69 N.m (15.5 lbf) max.

   ■ Result 

   • If the measurement is not within specifications, replace the steering column.
2. Telescoping Force - Check

   ■ Procedure/Specifications 

   1. Set the steering wheel in the straight ahead driving position, and loosen the lock lever fully.

   2. Attach a commercially available spring scale (A) to the center point of the steering wheel as shown.

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   3. Pull the spring scale, and read the force required to move the steering column during telescoping out.

   ■ Normal Conditions (Telescoping Force) 

   Specifications
   Standard	106 N.m (23.8 lbf) max.

   ■ Result 

   • If the measurement is not within specifications, replace the steering column.
3. Lock Lever Force - Check

   ■ Procedure/Specifications 

   1. Move the lock lever (A) from the loosened position to the locked position three to five times, then release the lock lever. Adjust the steering column to the center tilt position and also to the full telescopic out position, and hold the steering wheel.

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   2. Using a commercially available push-pull gauge, push up the lock lever measure point (B), and measure the force required to move the lock lever.

   ■ Measure Point 

   Position	Specifications
   B	15 mm (0.59 in) from the lock lever end

   Normal Conditions (Lock Lever Force) 

   Specifications
   Standard	48 +/-7 N (10.8 +/-1.6 lbf)

   ■ Result 

   • If the measurement is not within specifications, replace the steering column.
4. Steering Column - Inspect

   ■ Preconditions 

   • Steering Column Removed

   ■ Procedure/Specifications 

   • Check these items:
     • Check the tilt and telescopic mechanism for movement and damage.
     • Check the following parts.

   Steering Column Check Items 

   Check Location	Component	Check Items	Normal Conditions
   A	Column Shaft Bearing	Play Movement Noise	No excessive play Smooth movement No abnormal noise
   B	Steering Joint Bearing	Clearance of joints Movement Noise	No clearance Smooth movement No abnormal noise
   C	Slide Shaft	Movement	Smooth movement in and out

   • Apply grease to the steering column.
     NOTE: Do not use silicone grease.

   Lubricant Specifications 

   Application Position	Type
   D	Multipurpose Grease

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   ■ Result 

   • If it is abnormal, replace the steering column.