Grand Prix V8-5.3L (2007)
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Inspect for jacket assembly collapse by measuring the distance from the lower edge of the upper jacket to a defined point on the lower jacket.
Replace the jacket assembly if the measured dimensions are not within specifications.
Notice: Vehicles involved in accidents that result in any of the following kinds of damage or situations, may also have a damaged or misaligned
steering column:
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Frame damage
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Major body damage
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Sheet metal damage
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If the steering column has been impacted
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If the supplemental inflatable restraints system was deployed
Visually inspect the steering shaft for sheared injected plastic (1). If the steering shaft shows sheared plastic, replace the steering shaft.
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Any frame damage that could cause a bent steering shaft must have the steering shaft runout checked. Using a dial indicator at the lower end of the
steering shaft, rotate the steering wheel. The runout must not exceed 1.60 mm (0.06 in).
