Steering Wheel And Column - Mazda 323 1988 Workshop Manual

STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN i 0
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Tilt Steering Lock Lever Adjustment
1. When installing, lift the steering column to the
highest position and tighten the adjust nut.
Tightening torque: 5-9 N-m
(OS-o.9 m-kg, 3.6-6.5 ft-lb)
2. Install and set the steering lock lever so that it
touches the stopper plate, and then tighten the lock
lever bolt.
Tightening torque: 18-27 N.m
(1.8-2.7 m-kg, 13.0-19.5 ft-lb)
3. Check that the lock lever operates smoothly and
locks securely.
INSPECTION
Check the following points, replace parts if necessary.
1. Dimensions of steering column
Standard dimensions @ :
607
* 1 mm (23.89 * 0.039 in)
2. Wear of column bearing
3. Ground plate for damage and tension
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