Steering Columns - Collapsible: Inspection

Check column support bracket. Damage in this area will be indicated by separation of mounting capsules from bracket. Bracket will have moved forward toward engine compartment, and will usually result in collapsing of mesh or telescoping section of column. Inspect mesh and/or bellows section of column for bulged sections and bends. If steering gear flexible coupling is torn, has excessive angularity, or no pin engagement, it must be replaced and steering column aligned.