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Removing and installing steering column > < Steering column and steering wheel with airbag

Octavia Mk1

Check the steering column for damage
Check the steering column for damage
Special tools and workshop equipment required
t  Locking pin -T10060A-
Visual inspection
–  Check the steering column for damage.
–  If any damage is visible, replace steering column completely.
Test condition
l  Universal joint of steering column pulled off steering gear
Functional test
–  Check whether the steering column turns freely without jerking.
–  Check whether the length and height of the steering column can be adjusted.
In the event of an accident so-called deformation elements may shift on the steering column.
They are located on the two top bolted connections of the steering column.
If there is any damage remove the steering column until dimension -a- can be checked.
   
–  Insert locating pin -T10060A-.
–  Inspect dimension -a- with a sliding caliper.
Dimension -a-: maximum 23 mm
If a fault is found during one of these inspections, then the steering column must be replaced.
–  If this is the case replace the steering column completely.
  S48-0101

Removing and installing steering column > < Steering column and steering wheel with airbag