Steering System

Description
The steering system incorporates a safety steering column, designed to collapse on impact. The tilt and axial position of the column are adjustable, operated by a single column mounted control. The range of tilt and axial adjustment available depends on Model Year and market.

The design of the intermediate steering shaft prevents a frontal impact moving the upper column towards the driver. The intermediate shaft has a red indicator clip fitted, which must be inspected at service, and after the vehicle has been subjected to an impact. If the clip is not present, or is not fully seated against the clamp plate, a new assembly must be fitted.

The steering box is connected to the road wheels by the drag link and track rod. A hydraulic steering damper connected between the drag link and chassis absorbs shocks in the steering caused by road wheel deflections when operating on rough terrain.





Steering column adjustment range