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Steering Column, Assemble and EPS Steering Column,
Check
Warning: If
deformations are found at the bulkhead/crossmember or contact with
the steering column assembly or EPS steering column, the steering
column assembly or EPS steering column must be examined for
damage.
 Remove
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Remove steering column assembly  or remove
EPS-steering column
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Check shear plates (1) for correct seating
Note: If the shear
plate is loose or displaced, the steering column assembly or the
EPS steering column must be replaced.
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Measure the length of the steering column assembly or EPS
steering column
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Dimension I:
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585.8 ± 1 mm
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(Total length of steering shaft)
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Dimension II:
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225 ± 1 mm
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(distance from centre of fastening holes to steering column
assembly bracket)
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Dimension III:
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123 ± 1 mm
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(distance from centre of mounting holes to EPS steering column
bracket, top and centre)
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Note: If the specified
lengths are not met, the steering column assembly or the EPS
steering column is compressed and must be replaced.
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Warning: If damage is found to the
steering column assembly or EPS-steering column, the steering
intermediate shaft must be checked for damage. A damaged steering
intermediate shaft must be replaced.
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Check steering shaft for ease of movement
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Press locking pin downwards (arrow) until it latches in
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With the lock cylinder fitted, unlock steering lock with
ignition key and turn steering shaft.
Note: If the steering
shaft does not move freely or the steering shaft bearing is felt to
be damaged, the steering column assembly or the EPS steering column
must be replaced.
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Install
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Install steering column assembly or install
EPS-steering column
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