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

Go to Step 2

Go to Steering Column Replacement

Verify that the steering column is loose.

Is the steering column loose?

Go to Step 3

System OK

Inspect the steering column mounting features for the following conditions.

Are the steering column mounting features loose?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 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

Note: If the steering column mounting 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 .

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 7

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Note: If the steering column mounting is damaged or sheared, 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 repair

Go to Step 7

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Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 3