1. Inspect the column bearing for excessive play and damage.
2. Verify that the measurement of the steering shaft indicated in the figure is as specified.

If not within the specification replace the steering shaft component.
315—320 mm {12.41—12.59 in}
3. Inspect the tilt/telescope mechanism operation for the following.

a. Verify that the adjusting lever moves smoothly from the lock to the unlock position.
b. Verify that the steering shaft is fixed firmly when the adjusting lever is locked.
If there is any malfunction, replace the steering shaft.
Power Steering Fluid Line Component Removal/Installation
Steering Gear And Linkage AssemblyOil Control Valve (OCV) Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.3 Disi Turbo]
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the charge air cooler..
4. Remove the ignition coils..
5. Disconnect the ventilation hose from the cylinder head cover..
6. Remove the cylinder head cover..
7. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
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Main Owner's Manual
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Front Brake (Disc) Inspection
Brake Judder Repair Hints
Description
1. Brake judder concern has the following 3 characteristics:
Steering wheel vibration
1. The steering wheel vibrates in the rotation direction. This characteristic
is most noticeable when applying brakes at a vehicle speed of 100—140 km/h {62.2—86.9
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