This just doesn't look "right" (manual steering)

The column isn't centered, which doesn't look right. However it turns with ease, no binding, noise etc. So, is this correct? If not, please provide guidance. Manuals aren't cutting it and I don't have any example close by to work from. Thanks

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First, your coupler is nearly fallen completely apart!
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The part that I have circled is supposed to be inside the part just below it. This is DANGEROUS! Don’t drive this car until you’ve put this joint back together.