Check the following items and replace, if necessary.
Check each part of steering column assembly for damage or other malfunctions. Replace if there are any abnormal conditions.
Measure steering column rotating torque using a preload gauge (commercial service tool) (A). Replace steering column assembly if the rotating torque is outside the standard.
Measure the length “L” shown in the figure, if vehicle has been involved in a minor collision. Replace steering column assembly if “L” is outside the standard.