Steering Column: Inspection

LOWER JOINT COVER AND LOWER SHAFT 

Check each part of lower joint cover, steering column and lower shaft for damage or other malfunctions. Replace if necessary.

STEERING COLUMN 

• Check each part of steering column for damage or other malfunctions. Replace entire steering column if any parts are damaged.
• Measure the length of steering column if vehicle has been involved in a collision. Replace steering column if outside the specifications.

  Steering column length

  : Refer to Steering Column .

• Measure steering column rotating torque using suitable tool. Replace steering column if outside the standard.

  Rotating torque

  : Refer to Steering Column .

• Check tilt and telescopic mechanism operating range.

  Tilt operating range	: Refer to Steering Column .
  Telescopic operating range	: Refer to Steering Column .