General description and operation of the steering column

Steering wheel and column

Attention! In order to ensure that the steering column absorbs energy in a collision, it is very important to use only the specified screws, bolts and nuts and tighten them to the specified torque.

In addition to the steering function, the steering column provides safety and reliability.

The energy-absorbing steering column is designed to compress in a frontal collision, reducing the chance of injury to the driver.

The ignition lock and switch are installed on the column, which allows you to block the ignition and steering functions in order to prevent theft of the car.

Levers on the steering column are used to control the direction indicators, switching headlights and control the wipers and washers.

The tilt steering column uses a ball joint to tilt the column up and down. This allows the driver to set the steering wheel to a comfortable position.

Note: When reassembling, apply a light coat of lithium grease to all friction surfaces.

The column can be easily disassembled and reassembled.

Forgotten key indicator

The forgotten key indicator is used to alert the driver that the key is left in the ignition when the driver tries to leave the vehicle.

An internal switch in the ignition lock cylinder applies battery voltage to the warning horn module if all of the following conditions are true:

• The key is in the ignition.
• Ignition off.
• The driver's door is open.

For removal and installation of the indicator horn module, see section 9E, "Instruments/driver information system".

Tightening torques for threaded connections

Application	N·m	Pound-foot	Pound inch
keyhole lamp	2,5	-	22
Ignition lock fixing screw	2,5	-	22
Steering column assembly upper bracket bolts	22	16	-
Steering Column Lower Bracket Bolt	25	18	-
Coupling bolt of the universal joint of a steering shaft	34	25	-
steering wheel nut	41	30	-
Steering column upper and lower cover panel screws	1.5	-	13

Table of special tools