Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: 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 whether steering column can be moved in the longitudinal direction and vertically.

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