Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Handling and transporting steering column
WARNING
| Adherence to proper steering column handling is
essential. |
| Improper handling of steering column may damage the
steering column, leading to safety risks. |
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| Proper steering column handling and transport |
| Use both hands to transport steering column. |
| Hold steering column upper jacket tube and in area of upper
universal joint. |
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| Improper handling of steering column |
| Transportation using the clamping lever leads to primary
steering column damage. |
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| Improper handling of steering column with safety risks |
| Following methods of handling will damage universal joint
bushes and lower steering column bearing: |
| Transporting steering column with one hand on drive shaft. |
| Bending joints more than 90°. |
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Visual check
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Check all steering column parts for damage.
Checking function
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Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-
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Other materials:
Overview of fitting locations – controls in dash panel
Note
The illustration shows fitting locations for LHD vehicles. Fitting
locations for RHD vehicles are similar.
1 -
Hazard warning light switch -EX3-
Removing and installing
→ Chapter
2 -
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General repair instructions
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→ Chapter „Safety precautions when working on high-voltage
system“ Comply with notes.
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Read self-diagnosis of auxiliary heater using vehicle
diagnostic tester.
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General information
The drive is provided by the test rig.
For vehicles with a manual gearbox, ensure that the gear
lever is in neutral for the test. For vehicles with an automatic
gearbox, ensure that the selector lever is in
»N«.
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Checking steering column for damage
Removing and installing steering column, LHD