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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Ch ...
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-
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1 -
Emblem
2 -
Height dimension
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3 -
Horizontal dimension
1.5 ± 1 mm, from outer edge of wing to lettering
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