POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING) > Steering Column
INSPECTION
1. UNIT INSPECTION
Check the following items, and if there is anything out of standard value, it is considered to be damaged. If so, replace it with a new part.
• Measure the whole length of the column assembly - steering.
Standard: Overall length L
Tilt and telescopic column (measure while minimized)
819.7+1.5 −1.5 mm (32.27+0.059 −0.059 in)

• Check the steering wheel deflection in axial and vertical directions.
Specification:
Axial deflection A (deflection of steering wheel)
Less than 6 mm (0.24 in)
Vertical deflection L (runout of steering wheel)
Less than 17 mm (0.68 in)

2. INSPECTION OF AIRBAG SYSTEM
Refer to “Airbag System” for airbag inspection procedure. Driver’s Airbag Module > INSTALLATION">
Steering column
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