STS AWD V8-4.6L VIN A (2006)
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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 (0.0625 inch).