Inspection Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Cadillac CT4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the turn signal switch bracket. Refer to Turn Signal Switch Bracket Replacement .
- Remove the steering column from the vehicle. Refer to Steering Column Replacement (with N37) , or Steering Column Replacement (with N38) .
- Rotate the steering column shaft. Verify the shaft turns freely and without interference.
Verify the E/A strap retainer (1) is firmly seated on the jacket.
- Verify there is no visual damage to the E/A strap (2).
- Measure the length of the upper shaft (b) from the end of the upper jacket to the tip. The length of the upper shaft must not be less than 60 mm (2.36 in).
- Measure the length of the upper and lower jacket assembly (a). The length of the upper and lower jacket assembly must not be less than 449 mm (17.68 in).
- 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. Refer to Steering Column Replacement (with N37) , or Steering Column Replacement (with N38) .
- Install the turn signal switch bracket. Refer to Turn Signal Switch Bracket Replacement .
CAUTION:
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.