Steering Column

Check each part of steering column for damage or other malfunctions. Replace entire steering column if any parts are damaged.
Measure the steering column length (with the steering wheel and airbag module installed) if vehicle has been involved in a minor collision. Replace steering column if outside the specifications.
Steering column length (with steering wheel and air bag module installed): 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 (L¹ ), (L² ) as shown below.
Tilt operating range (L ¹ ): Refer to "STEERING COLUMN ".

Telescopic operating range (L ² ): Refer to "STEERING COLUMN ".

Fig 1: Identifying Tilt And Telescopic Operating Range
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