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Steering Column: Description and Operation






DESCRIPTION - STEERING COLUMN




Figure 1 Steering Column







The steering column has been designed to be serviced as a complete assembly (Figure 1) except for the following serviceable components:

- Key cylinder
- Ignition switch
- Multi-function switch
- Clockspring
- Halo
- Speed control switches
- Driver airbag
- Trim shrouds
- Steering wheel
- Intermediate shaft

These components of the steering column can be serviced without requiring removal of the steering column from the vehicle.