Steering Column: Description
Steering columns are column shift or floor shift type. Steering columns use an integral ignition lock switch. This lock secures steering wheel and shift linkage.
Columns have a 2-piece telescoping gear shift tube interconnected by plastic inserts and shear pins, and a 2-piece telescoping steering shaft with upper and lower sections connected by plastic collars and pins.
A mounting bracket connecting steering column and instrument panel allows column to slide forward on impact, but blocks rearward movement toward driver.
CAUTION:
Columns must be handled with care to avoid stresses. Use only fasteners of same or equivalent part number if replacement is necessary. Improper fasteners or tightening could result in failure.