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Steering Column

NOTE: Steering column and shaft is not serviced separately. Do not attempt to disassemble steering column assembly. Replace as a unit only.

If vehicle has been involved in a substantial collision check steering column for collapse by measuring upper steering shaft dimension "A". See Fig 1 or Fig 2 . If measurement is not within specification, replace steering column. See STEERING COLUMN LENGTH  table. Also ensure upper steering column mounts are not damaged and securely attached.

STEERING COLUMN LENGTH

Application Inches (mm)
Esteem 20.20 (523)
Swift 20.79 (528)
Sidekick 29.52-29.58 (749.8-751.4)
X90 30.42-30.48 (772.7-774.3)
Fig 1: Measuring Steering Shaft & Column (Esteem & Swift)
G96F19401Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
Fig 2: Measuring Steering Shaft & Column (Sidekick & X90)
G96E19400Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.