CPC B62D 1/185 (2013.01) | 20 Claims |
1. An adjustable steering column assembly comprising:
a. a column tube including a manufacturing extrusion extending from an outer diameter of the column tube;
b. a steering shaft supported for rotation at least in part by the column tube;
c. a column housing for at least partially supporting the column tube; and
d. a spacer comprising:
i. a body portion; and
ii. two or more opposing contact surfaces extending from the body portion, forming an angle with the body portion; and
iii. a fastener portion to secure the spacer to the column tube;
wherein the spacer is positioned on the manufacturing extrusion extending from the outer diameter of the column tube to reduce or prevent rotation of the column tube, in particular during a telescoping adjustment; and
wherein the fastener portion is received within an opening in the column tube.
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