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Overview: Steering Column

NOTE:

Welding and straightening work on supporting or wheel carrying components of suspension is not permitted.

Always replace self-locking nuts.

Always replace corroded bolts/nuts.

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Column Assembly
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  1. Steering Column Crossmember
    • With mounting bracket
  2. Steering Column
  3. Bolt
    • 20 Nm
    • Always replace if removed
  4. Brake Pedal Crash Brace
  5. Clutch Pedal Crash Brace
  6. Bolt
    • 30 Nm
    • Always replace if removed