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Steering Column Assembly: Inspection: Inspection

NOTE:

When using a vise, do not overtighten it.

INSPECT PRELOAD
1. Secure the steering column assembly in a vise.
  
  Fig 1: Measuring Preload
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
2. Using SST, turn the main shaft and measure the preload.
  - SST: 09616-00011
  Preload (for Brush Type Motor)
  
  Torque: 1.1 N*m (11 kgf*cm, 10 in.*lbf)
  
  or less
  
  Preload (for Brushless Type Motor)
  
  Torque: 0.9 to 1.5 N*m (10 to 15 kgf*cm, 8 to 12 in.*lbf)
  
  If the preload is not as specified, replace the steering column assembly with a new one.
INSPECT BUSHING
1. Check that the 2 bushings are securely installed to the steering column assembly.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Steering Column Assembly Bushings
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION
  
  *1 Bushing
  
  If the bushings are missing or damaged, replace the steering column assembly with a new one.