Steering Column, Handling And Transporting

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WARNING:

The correct handling of the steering column must always be observed.
Incorrect handling of steering column may cause damage to steering column and therefore lead to a safety risk.

Correct handling and transport of steering column

Fig 1: Identifying Correct Handling and Transport of Steering Column

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Transport steering column with two hands
Hold the steering column at the top of the steering rod tube -1-, or depending on the version near the dynamic steering adjuster -2-, or at the bottom of the steering rod tube.

Incorrect handling of steering column

Fig 2: Identifying Incorrect Handling of Steering Column

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

Clamping Lever
Weight Compensation Springs
Deformation Element