Checking Steering Column For Damage; Removing And Installing Mounting Bracket - Volkswagen 2004 Golf Workshop Manual

Golf 2004 ➤ , Golf Plus 2005 ➤
Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 08.2009
Improper handling of steering column
Transportation using the following parts leads to primary steering
column damage:
1 - Clamping lever
2 - Weight compensation springs
3 - Deformation element
Improper handling of steering column with safety risks
Following methods of handling will damage universal joint bushes
of lower steering column bearing:
♦ Transporting steering column with one hand on jointed shaft.
♦ Bending joints more than 90°.
5.5

Checking steering column for damage

Visual check
– Check all steering column parts for damage.
Checking function
– Check that steering column turns smoothly and easily.
– Check that steering column can be adjusted in reach and
height.
5.6 Removing and installing mounting
bracket
Special tools and workshop equipment required
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Rep. Gr.48 - Steering