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Steering Column, Checking for Damage






Steering Column, Checking for Damage

Visual check

- Check whether parts of steering column indicate damage.

Functional check

- Check whether steering column can be turned without catching or difficulty of movement.

- Check that steering column can be adjusted for height and reach.

- Check gap - dimension A - between slits and mounting bracket.





Dimension A; Maximum 0.5 mm or smaller

- If dimension - A - is greater than 0.5 mm, steering column is damaged and must be replaced.