Transport Lock

Transport lock
- Remove cable tie.
Cable tie acts as a transport lock

An assembly lock is required to prevent top and bottom parts of steering column being pulled apart when removing from steering gear.

Mesh section will become separated if top and bottom parts of steering column are pulled too far apart or excessively telescoped.

Rattling noise may subsequently be encountered if mesh section is no longer in its original installation position.

New replacement steering columns feature a transportation safeguard.
This must be removed after installing steering column in vehicle.