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STEERING COLUMN - STEERING TRANSMISSION SHAFT 51-25

(d) Mark the steering column assembly and the 51
steering transmission shaft to facilitate
assembly.
NOTICE

Ensure the marks are clear and visible.

(e) Unscrew the bolts connecting the steering
column assembly and the steering
transmission shaft.

(f) Remove the steering transmission shaft.

3 . Check the Steering Transmission Shaft
(a) Check for distortion on the steering transmission shaft.
If any, replace a new steering transmission shaft.

(b) Check the spline shaft, spline sleeve and cardin fork joint.
• Check for rust, damage or crack on the spline shaft, spline sleeve and cardin
fork joint spline.
• Check for distortion or damage on two or more teeth of the spline shaft.

If any, replace the steering column assembly.
(c) Check the steering transmission shaft cardin joint.

• Check the cardin joint bearing.
• Check the functioning of the bearing seal and the sealing cup.

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