Inspection - Acura NSX 1997 Service Manual

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Inspection

• Check the telescopic mechanism, tilt mechanism, and steering joint bearings or steering shaft for movement and damage.

Replace as an assembly if damaged or faulty.

• If either the steering column assembly or TCS sensor is removed, select the appropriate shim and adjust the distance

between the steering shaft and TCS sensor. Refer to

Attach a spring scale to the knob of the telescopic lever.

Measure the force required to move the lever.

Preload: 70 - 90 N (7 - 9 kgf, 15 - 20 Ibf)

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for shim selection.

If the force measured is not within the specification,

loosen the locknut, then turn the telescopic adjusting

bolt until the correct force can be obtained.

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