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 Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column |
| 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 6 | Go to Step 7 |
| 5 |
NOTE:
Tighten the steering column mounting fastener to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .Did you complete the repair?If the steering column mounting feature is damaged or sheared, replace the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement (Without HP2) , Steering Column Replacement (HP2) , Steering Column Replacement (Without HP2 With Electric Tilt Column) . |
Go to Step 7 | - |
| 6 |
NOTE:
Replace the upper and/or lower bearings, if serviceable.Did you complete the repair?If the steering column upper and/or lower bearings are not serviceable, replace the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement (Without HP2) , Steering Column Replacement (HP2) , Steering Column Replacement (Without HP2 With Electric Tilt Column) . |
Go to Step 7 | - |
| 7 | Operate the steering column in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |