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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 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.

•  Steering column mounting fasteners for looseness
•  Steering column mounting features are sheared

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:  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 fasteners to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Did you complete the repair?


Go to Step 7


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6


  Note:  If the steering column upper and/or lower bearings are not serviceable, the steering 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 7


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7


Operate the steering column in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?


System OK


Go to Step 3

 

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