Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Checking steering column for damage

Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual / Running gear, axles, steering / Steering / Steering column / 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.

Assembly overview - steering column

Note Always renew self-locking nuts. Always renew corroded nuts and bolts. Always renew nuts and bolts that have been tightened further by a ...

Handling and transporting steering column

WARNING Adherence to proper steering column handling is essential. Improp ...

Other materials:

Test prerequisites
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Run-flat tyres, PAX, wheel alignment
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Assembly overview - lower suspension link, swivel joint
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