TATA PUNCH-SERVICE MANUAL

STEERING 13 17.Disengage the steering column assembly from the upper universal joint and take out the steering column. WARNING  Never lift steering column by holding servo unit.  Never lift steering column by holding tilt lever.  Never keep steering column resting on servo unit.  Handle with care while transport/movement.  Do not use the steering column if dropped.  Always disconnect the battery while replacing column/servo unit.  The steering column shall be replaced in service in case of damage in a vehicle accident.  The steering column shall not be repaired in any means.  Universal joint screw to be replaced whenever in service. It is for one time use only. REFITMENT: 1. Check the column assembly for the collapse stroke ok position. (refer the Attached image') 2. Check the column ECU connector, torque sensor and motor wiring harness is in proper condition. 3. Check no dent mark on Motor and No damage to ECU. 4. Assemble the steering column and pivot mounting bracket together with pivot bolt and tighten threads manually. Unlock the tilt lever. 5. Take the sub assembly of the steering column with pivot bracket on ccb in vehicle assembly position and insert the mounting nuts on front and rear mountings. 6. Hand tighten all the four nuts in front and rear mountings. 7. Provide 2.5 Kg-m full torque to pivot bracket nuts on ccb. (refer the picture for fitment sequence) 8. Pull the column upwards once manually using upper shaft. 9. Perform column tilt up and tilt down 2-3 times. 10. Provide 2.5 Kg-m torque to front mounting nuts. (Refer the picture for fitment sequence). 11. Perform column tilt up & down 2-3 times. 12. Provide 1.9 – 2.1 Kg-m full torque to pivot bolt. (Refer the picture for fitment sequence). 13. Lastly tilt up the column & lock the tilt lever. NOTE Do not swap column . CAUTION UJ Bolt should not be reused during Steering column refitment. NOTE: Wheel alignment is necessary after installation (Refer wheel alignment procedure).