Enclosure 1 to SI 32 01 88 (828)

Re. Steering box on:

According to Directive 3200... "Information on Replacing Steering Box After Accident Damage" issued by the manufacturer, the steering box should be replaced after a vehicle has been involved in an accident, including experiencing driving conditions similar to an accident, if any of the following points are applicable.

Damage, permanent deformation or fractures to:

O	wheel rims in the event of a negative result from the wheel/axle alignment check
O	spring struts, steering stubs and/or wheel carriers
O	wishbones
O	leading or trailing links or anti-roll bars with this function
O	body-side screwing/attachment point for wheel-guide control components
O	front axle support
O	pitman arms
O	track rods
O	steering box features
O	steering column
O	visible or otherwise noticeable damage to the steering box
O	unacceptable torque increase and jamming when the steering box is turned from lock to lock (without hydraulic/electrical assistance)
O	fire damage

The points marked have been deemed to be damaged as a result of the accident, or driving conditions similar to an accident, in which the above-referenced vehicle was involved.

The customer/insurer acknowledges that the points marked above have been deemed to be damaged as a result of the accident, or driving conditions similar to an accident, in which the above-referenced vehicle was involved. The customer/insurer further acknowledges that in such instances, the directive issued by the manufacturer requires the steeering box to be replaced. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the customer/insurer has chosen not to accept replacement of the steering box as directed by the manufacturer, and thereby assumes full and sole responsibility for the continued operation of the steering box in the above-referenced vehicle, including any technical, mechanical or legal consequences.

 

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Stamp/Signature (customer and insurer)