Looseness in Steering Column

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 Column Replacement (Electric Power Steering)
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 features for the following conditions. Steering column mounting fasteners for looseness Steering column mounting features are sheared Are the steering column mounting features loose?	Go to Step 5	Go to Step 4
4	Inspect the upper and/or lower bearings for looseness. Are any of the bearings worn or loose?	Go to Step 6	Go to Step 7
5	NOTE: If the steering column mounting is damaged or sheared, the steering column will need to be replaced. Refer to Steering Column Replacement (Electric Power Steering) . Tighten the steering column mounting fastener to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .Did you complete the repair?	Go to Step 7	-
6	NOTE: If the steering column mounting is damaged or sheared, the steering column will need to be replaced. Refer to Steering Column Replacement (Electric Power Steering) . Replace the upper and/or lower bearings, if serviceable.Did you complete the repair	Go to Step 7	-
7	Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition?	System OK	Go to Step 3