NANO

572

STEERING SYSTEM

5. Correct fitment of RUBBER SEAL on steering rack

and pinion assembly is to be ensured (Matching

of groove of rubber seal with steering rack is to be

ensured). Also ensure that MAKE of rubber seal

and rack and pinion assembly are same.

NOTE :

Following figure ONLY shows the position of rubber

seal mounted on steering rack. The design of rubber

seal may vary with different MAKE.

7.3 ON VEHICLE REPAIRS

Following are few precautions which need to

follow while handling or working on steering

system components.

1. Whenever a new steering upper column or steering

column assembly is to be fitted, always check for

FREE ROTATING TORQUE of steering upper

column (3.5 kg-cm max.)

2. While replacing steering wheel, care should be

taken such that SELF CANCELLATION LUGS do

not get damaged.

3. While fitting steering column on steering rack and

pinion assembly, NO tempering (e.g. Inserting

screwdriver through holes for any adjustment)

should be done with universal joint. The location

of tempering is as shown by arrow in following

figure.

4. While installing or checking steering column

assembly or steering upper column, DO NOT

temper with steering upper column mounting

bracket holes (as shown by arrows in following

figure)

Steering upper column