Looseness in Steering Column
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 GMC Sierra and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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 features for the following conditions.
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 7 | Go to Step 8 |
| 5 |
IMPORTANT:
If the steering column mounting feature is damaged or sheared, the steering column will need to be replaced. Refer to Steering Column Replacement . Tighten the steering column mounting fastener to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 8 | - |
| 6 | Replace the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? |
Go to Step 8 | - |
| 7 |
IMPORTANT:
If the steering column upper and/or lower bearings are not serviceable, the steering column will need to be replaced. Refer to Steering Column Replacement . Replace the upper and/or lower bearings, if serviceable.Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 8 | - |
| 8 | Operate the steering column in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |