Rub Noise While Turning, Steering Wheel Slowly Returns to Center (Shim Lower Steering Column Mounting Locations)

Some customers may comment on a rub noise when turning the steering wheel and/or the steering column slowly returns to center after turns.

The instrument panel structure mounting location may be forcing the steering column I-shaft to interfere with the front of dash (FOD) seal and brake booster.

DO NOT REPLACE THE STEERING COLUMN.

Using the following procedure, install two (2) 3.0 mm (0.12 in) shims (washers) to the lower column mounting location to return steering column to nominal position.

1. Remove the driver's side I/P side panel, park brake release handle and knee bolster.
2. Remove the steering column brace.
3. Drop the steering column.



4. Install washers on the lower column mounting bracket (refer to diagram).

Tip
An adhesive such as 3M™ strip caulk, or equivalent, can be used to hold the shims in place during installation of the steering column.

5. Reinstall the steering column.
6. Reinstall the steering column brace.
7. Reinstall the knee bolster, park brake handle and I/P side panel.

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

*This labor operation is for bulletin use only.