Noise in Steering Column

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Step	Action	Yes	No
1	Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and perform the necessary inspections?	Go to Step 2	Go to Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation
2	Verify that noise is present in the steering column during operation. Is noise present in the steering column during operation?	Go to Step 3	System OK
3	Inspect the steering column components for looseness. Is the steering column components loose?	Go to Step 8	Go to Step 4
4	Inspect the SIR/SRS coil for noise. Is the SIR/SRS coil noisy?	Go to Step 9	Go to Step 5
5	Inspect the horn contact ring for lubrication. Does the horn contact ring need to be lubricated?	Go to Step 10	Go to Step 6
6	Inspect the intermediate shaft bearing for the following conditions: Damage Lubrication Wear Proper seating Are the bearings in need of repair or replacement?	Go to Step 13	Go to Step 8
7	Inspect the steering column coupling for looseness. Is the steering column coupling loose?	Go to Step 12	Go to Step 3
8	Tighten the steering column components to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Did you complete the repair?	Go to Step 13	-
9	Replace the SIR coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement in SIR. Did you complete the repair?	Go to Step 13	-
10	Lubricate the horn contact ring. Did you complete the repair?	Go to Step 13	-
11	Replace the intermediate shaft as necessary. Did you complete the repair?	Go to Step 13	-
12	Tighten the steering column coupling to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Did you complete the repair?	Go to Step 13	-
13	Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition?	System OK	Go to Step 3