Steering Column Assembly

Check each part of steering column assembly for damage or other malfunctions. Replace entire steering column assembly if any parts are damaged.
Measure the length (L) as shown if vehicle has been involved in a minor collision. Replace steering column assembly if outside the specifications.
Steering column length (L): Refer to "STEERING COLUMN ".

Fig 1: Measuring Steering Column Length
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Measure steering column rotating torque using Tool. Replace steering column assembly if outside the standard.
Tool number: ST3127S000 (J-25765-A)

Rotating torque: Refer to "STEERING COLUMN ".
Check tilt and telescopic mechanism operating range (L1), (L2) as shown.
Tilt operating range (L ¹ ): Refer to "STEERING COLUMN ".

Telescopic operating range (L ² ): Refer to "STEERING COLUMN ".

Fig 2: Identifying Tilt And Telescopic Operating Range
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