Steering Column Accident Damage Inspection: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Pontiac G5 and 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

This vehicle is equipped with electric power steering (EPS), with the electric motor and torque sensor mounted on the steering column. When involved in an accident resulting in sheet metal damage or driver-side air bag deployment, the steering column must be inspected for both electrical system integrity and steering column collapse. Refer to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle .

If either measurement is not within specifications, the complete steering column assembly must be replaced. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
Road test the vehicle whenever any steering system repairs or diagnostics have been performed.