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Diagnostic Test

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  1. CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC 
    NOTE:

    This DTC must be active for the results of this test to be valid.

    1. Perform any Service Bulletins that may apply.
    2. Turn the ignition on.
    3. With the scan tool, read ABS DTCs and record on the repair order.
    4. With the scan tool, read and record Environmental Data.
    5. With the scan tool, erase ABS DTCs.
    6. Test drive the vehicle straight with speeds above 15 km/h (9 mph).
    7. Stop the vehicle.
    8. Slowly turn the steering wheel from stop to stop.
    9. With the scan tool, read ABS DTCs.

      Is the DTC active?

      Yes 

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      No 

  2. INSPECT THE WHEEL ALIGNMENT, STEERING COLUMN AND INTERMEDIATE SHAFT FOR INCORRECT INSTALLATION OR DAMAGE 
    NOTE:

    If available, check the vehicle repair history for collision damage.

    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Inspect the vehicle for proper wheel alignment.
    3. Inspect the vehicle for damage causing tracking problems or steering wheel misalignment.
    4. Inspect the steering column and intermediate shaft for damage.

      Were any problems found?

      Yes 

      No 

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  3. CHECK THE STEERING ANGLE 
    1. Test drive the vehicle straight with speeds above 15 km/h (9 mph).
    2. With scan tool, read the steering angle in the SCCM.

      Is the Steering Angle reading within ±15° of 0°?

      Yes 

      No 

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  4. CHECK THE CLOCKSPRING (SAS) 
    WARNING:

    To avoid serious or fatal injury on vehicles equipped with airbags, disable the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) before attempting any steering wheel, steering column, airbag, seat belt tensioner, impact sensor, or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative (ground) cable, then wait two minutes for the system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the SRS. Failure to take the proper precautions could result in accidental airbag deployment.

    NOTE:

    If available, check the vehicle repair history for collision damage.

    NOTE:

    Proper Clockspring (SAS) installation is crucial for proper operation.

    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Verify that the Clockspring (SAS) is properly installed.
    3. Inspect the vehicle for damage causing tracking problems or steering wheel misalignment.

      Is the Clockspring (SAS) properly installed?

      Yes 

      No