For 1990-2009 cars

Step | Action | Yes | No
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1 | Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column-Tilt Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column - Tilt
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, the lower steering shaft, and the coupling for looseness. Is any steering component loose? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 4
4 | Inspect the SIR coil for noise. Is the SIR coil noisy? | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 5
5 | Inspect the steering column and the upper steering shaft for damage. Is the steering column or the upper steering shaft damaged? | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 6
6 | Inspect the steering shaft coupling for damage. Is the steering shaft coupling damaged? | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 7
7 | Inspect the lower steering shaft for damage. Is the lower steering shaft damaged? | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 2
8 | Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

Tighten the steering column components to specifications.

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 13

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9 | Replace the SIR coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement in SIR. Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 13 | --
10 | Replace the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 13 | --
11 | Replace the steering shaft coupling. Refer to Steering Shaft Coupling Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 13 | --
12 | Replace the lower steering shaft. Refer to Lower Steering Shaft Assembly Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 13 | --
13 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 2