Description & Operation
Steering column is a collapsible 2-piece design. Columns use shear pins to absorb collision impact. Steering shaft is connected directly to steering gear with either a flexible coupling or "U" joint.
NOTE:
For models with tilt wheel steering columns, see appropriate STEERING COLUMN - TILT article in the STEERING section:
- STEERING COLUMN - TILT - Camry, Celica, Corolla
- STEERING COLUMN - TILT - 4Runner, Pickup