Steering Column, Handling And Transporting

Correct Handling and Transport of Steering Column

• Transport steering column using two hands.
  Fig 1: Correct Handling And Transporting Of Steering Column

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• Grasp steering column at upper steering column tube and in area of upper universal joint.

Incorrect Handling of Steering Column

Transporting at the following components leads to pre-damage to steering column:

Fig 2: Identifying Incorrect Handling Of Steering Column

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1. Clamping lever
2. Weight compensation springs
3. Deformation element

Incorrect Handling of Steering Column with Safety Risk

Fig 3: Identifying Incorrect Handling Of Steering Column With Safety Risks

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The following methods of handling lead to damage of universal joint bushings of lower steering column bushing of steering column:

• Transporting steering column with one hand on joint shaft.
• Bending joints more than 90°.