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Noise in Steering Column

Noise in Steering Column


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1

Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections?

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2

Verify that noise is present in the steering column during operation.

Is noise present in the steering column during operation?

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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?

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4

Inspect the SIR/SRS coil for noise.

Is the SIR/SRS coil noisy?

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5

Inspect the lock plate retaining ring for correct installation.

Is the lock plate retaining ring installed incorrectly?

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6

Inspect the steering column upper and lower bearings for the following conditions:


• Damage

• Lubrication

• Wear

• Proper seating


Are the bearings in need of repair or replacement?

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Does the tilt joint need to be lubricated?

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Note

This is best evaluated while driving the vehicle, turning the steering and applying the brake pedal.


Inspect the steering column intermediate shaft for noise.

Is the steering column intermediate shaft noisy?

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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 fastener to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

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10

Replace the SIR/SRS coil. Refer to Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Coil Replacement .

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Install the lock plate retaining ring correctly.

Did you complete the repair?

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12

Note

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


Replace the upper and/or lower bearings, if serviceable.

Did you complete the replacement?

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13

Lubricate the tilt joint.

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14

Replace the appropriate steering intermediate shaft component.

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15

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

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