Suzuki Jimny Service Manual page 167

3C-14 STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN
3) Take measurement "a" as shown.
If it is shorter than specified length, replace column assem-
bly (1) with new one.
Steering column assembly length
"a" : 733.2 – 734.8 mm (28.87 – 28.93 in.)
4) Check steering shaft joints and shaft for any damages such
as crack, breakage, malfunction or excessive play.
If anything is found faulty, replace as lower joint assembly or
column assembly.
5) Check steering shaft for smooth rotation.
If found defective, replace as column assembly.
6) Check steering shaft and column for bend, cracks or defor-
mation.
If found defective, replace.
7) Check steering column lower seal (1) for breakage or defor-
mation. If found defective, replace.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
After tightening steering column mounting bolts and
nuts shaft joint bolts should be tightened.
1) Be sure that front wheels and steering wheel are in straight
forward state.
2) If equipped, install shift (key) interlock cable to ignition
switch.
3) Apply sealant to the steering column lower bracket (shaded
section in the figure) and fit the steering column seal (1) to
the stepped part of the steering column lower bracket
securely.
"A" : Sealant 99000-31090