Movable Steering Columns: Description

Two versions of movable steering wheels are available in General Motors Divisions. First type allows the steering wheel to be tilted to various tilt positions through a range of approximately 20-30 degrees and automatically locked in the chosen position. This type movable steering wheel is known as '"Tilt-Wheel".

Second option offered is "Tilt-Telescope" movable steering wheel. This system offers the same tilt mechanism as the "Tilt-Wheel" model, or type. In addition to the tilt function, the "Tilt-Telescope" system further incorporates mechanism that permits adjustment of the distance between the driver and steering wheel within a range of approximately 3 inches.

Both options employ a steering shaft with a universal joint and adjusting and locking mechanism for tilt adjustment. the "Tilt-Telescope" version contains a telescoping upper shaft and yoke assembly, and locking mechanism for telescopic adjustment. The tilt adjustment and telescopic adjustments are made independently of each other.