Fault symptoms
Cold around the steering wheel. Driver's hands and knees are cold even though the cabin temperature is at the desired level.
Diagnostic help
To help customers who complain of this problem, a weatherstrip can be fitted on the airbag module to reduce the risk.
Fit the weatherstrip.
See COLD FROM STEERING WHEEL .
Scheme 25
The steering column assembly is bolted to the steering wheel member and connected to the power assisted steering gear via an intermediate shaft fitted with a universal joint.
For reasons of safety the steering column assembly and steering column are telescopic and designed to slide over each other in the event of a collision.
The steering column is adjustable for height and reach.
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The steering column assembly is bolted to the steering column member. The steering column is mounted in three ball bearings (two by the steering wheel and one at the bottom) and connected to the power-assisted steering gear by an intermediate shaft incorporating a universal joint.
For reasons of safety the steering column assembly and steering column are telescopic and designed to slide over each other and crumple progressively in the event of a head-on collision. In addition, the configuration of the universal joints ensures that the steering column will be directed away from the driver in a collision.
Adjustment of the position of the steering wheel spokes is effected by changing the length of the track rods on both sides of the car.
The steering column is adjustable for height and reach.