Inspection Procedure
- Turn Signal Switch Bracket - Remove - Turn Signal Switch Bracket Replacement
- Steering Column - Remove - Steering Column Replacement (N37) .
- Rotate the steering column shaft.
- Verify the steering column shaft turns freely and without interference.
Verify there is no visual damage to the E/A strap (1) and that the E/A strap is not unrolled. To verify the strap in not unrolled, confirm the bumper (2) is seated against the retainer (3).
The length of the upper shaft (b) must be greater than 60 mm (2.36 in).
- Unlock the rake lever and telescope the upper jacket to the full telescope in position. Measure the length of the upper and lower jacket assembly including the lower bearing adapter (a). The length of the upper and lower jacket assembly must be greater than 417 mm (16.42 in).
Verify that both the left and right hand rake guides (1) are not fractured.
- If the steering column does not meet the specifications, the steering column is damaged. Discard the damaged steering column. Install a NEW steering column.
- If the steering column meets the specifications, install the steering column. Steering Column Replacement (N37)
- Turn Signal Switch Bracket - Install - Turn Signal Switch Bracket Replacement
Vehicles involved in collisions may also have a damaged or misaligned steering column that is not obvious based on initial in-vehicle review. This inspection procedure is provided to ensure full steering column functionality after a collision before considering reuse. This procedure is not intended for use in collisions where replacement of the steering column is directed- such as those with frontal air bag deployment and side seat air bag deployment.