Looseness in Steering Column
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Looseness in Steering Column
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation |
| 2 | Verify that the steering column is loose. Is the steering column loose? |
Go to Step 3 | System OK |
| 3 | Inspect the steering column mounting brackets for looseness. Are the steering column mounting brackets loose? |
Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Verify that the steering column bracket capsule is not sheared. Is the steering column bracket capsule sheared? |
Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | Inspect the intermediate shaft for worn joints or looseness. Is the intermediate joint worn or loose? |
Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 9 |
| 6 |
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
. Tighten the mounting bolts to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 9 | - |
| 7 | Replace the upper jacket assembly. Refer to Steering Column Jacket Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? |
Go to Step 9 | - |
| 8 | Tighten or replace the intermediate shaft as needed. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement . Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 9 | - |
| 9 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |