Inspection After Removal

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Check for damage to steering column assembly jacket tube. If damage is found, replace steering column assembly with new one.
If vehicle has been in a collision, check column length (L), (L1) and (L2) as shown. If out of specification, replace steering column assembly with a new one.
Column length

L: Refer to "STEERING COLUMN ".

L1: Refer to "STEERING COLUMN ".

L2: Refer to "STEERING COLUMN ".

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Column Length (L)
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Fig 2: Identifying Steering Column Length (L1 And L2)
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Check for proper lubrication, apply multi-purpose grease as necessary to external joints and levers. Refer to "FOR USA AND CANADA: FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ".