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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