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Correct Handling and Transport of Steering Column
♦ Transport steering column with two hands
♦ Hold steering column at upper steering rod tube and in area
of upper universal joint
Incorrect Handling of Steering Column
Transporting at the following components leads to pre-damage to
steering column:
1 - Clamping Lever
2 - Weight Compensation Springs
3 - Deformation Element
Damage to universal joint bushings on lower steering column
bushing due to:
♦ Holding and carrying the steering column with a hand on the
connecting shaft
♦ Bending joints more than 90°
Audi Q7 2007 ➤
Suspension, Wheels, Steering - Edition 01.2014
290 Rep. Gr.48 - Steering