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Noise in Steering Column

Noise 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 noise is present in the steering column during operation. Is noise present in the steering column during operation? Go to Step 3 System OK
3
Inspect the steering column mounting features for the following conditions:
The steering column mounting fasteners are loose.

The steering column mounting features are sheared.


Are the steering column mounting features loose?
Go to Step 9 Go to Step 4
4
Inspect the SIR/SRS coil for noise. Is the SIR/SRS coil noisy? Go to Step 10 Go to Step 5
5
If equipped, inspect the lock plate retaining ring for correct installation. Is the lock plate retaining ring installed incorrectly? Go to Step 11 Go to Step 6
6
Inspect the steering column upper and lower bearings for the following conditions:
Damage

Lube

Wear

Proper seating


Are the bearings in need of repair or replacement?
Go to Step 12 Go to Step 7
7
Does the tilt joint need to be lubricated? Go to Step 13 Go to Step 8
8
Note

Inspect the intermediate shaft for noise while driving the vehicle, turning the steering wheel, and applying the brakes.


Inspect the intermediate shaft for noise. Is the intermediate shaft noisy?
Go to Step 14 Go to Step 15
9
Note

If the steering column mounting feature is damaged or sheared, replace the steering column. 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 15 -
10
Replace the SIR/SRS coil. Refer to Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Coil Replacement . Did you complete the repair? Go to Step 15 -
11
Install the lock plate retaining ring correctly. Did you complete the repair? Go to Step 15 -
12
Note

If the steering column upper and/or lower bearings are not serviceable, replace the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .


Replace the upper and/or lower bearings, if serviceable. Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 15 -
13
Lubricate the tilt joint. Did you complete the repair? Go to Step 15 -
14
Replace the appropriate steering intermediate shaft component. Did you complete the repair? Go to Step 15 -
15
Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? System OK Go to Step 3