Cause | Action |
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The column mounting bracket bolts are loose. | Tighten the connection. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . |
The weld nut on the jacket is broken. | Replace the jacket assembly. Refer to Steering Column Jacket - Disassemble - Off Vehicle and Steering Column Jacket - Assemble - Off Vehicle . |
The column bracket capsule is sheared. | Replace the jacket assembly. Refer to Steering Column Jacket - Disassemble - Off Vehicle and Steering Column Jacket - Assemble - Off Vehicle . |
The tilt head pivot pins are loose (tilt steering column only). | Replace the jacket assembly. Refer to Steering Column Jacket - Disassemble - Off Vehicle and Steering Column Jacket - Assemble - Off Vehicle . |
The shoe lock pin in the support is loose (tilt steering column only). | Replace the jacket assembly. Refer to Steering Column Jacket - Disassemble - Off Vehicle and Steering Column Jacket - Assemble - Off Vehicle . |
The support screws are loose. | Tighten the support screws. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . |
The upper and the lower bracket to the jacket bolts are loose. | Tighten the bolts to the specified torque. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . |
The lower bracket to the adapter and the bearing assembly mounting bolts are loose. | Tighten the mounting screws to the specified torque. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . |
The instrument panel to the jacket mounting bolts are loose. | Tighten the mounting bolts to the specified torque. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . |