Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column

Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column

Important: The following steps must be completed before using the symptom tables:


* Refer to Diagnostic Starting Point - Vehicle (Diagnostic Starting Point - Vehicle).

- There are no DTCs set.
- The control modules can communicate via the serial data link.

* Review the system operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation (Description and Operation).

Visual/Physical Inspection

* Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the tilt/telescoping steering column or the steering wheel theft deterrent lock system. Refer to Checking Aftermarket Accessories (Checking Aftermarket Accessories).
* Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.

Intermittent

Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections (Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections).

Symptom List

Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:

* Steering Column Tilt/Telescoping Malfunction (Steering Column Tilt/Telescoping Malfunction)
* Noise in Steering Column (Noise in Steering Column)
* Looseness in Steering Column (Looseness in Steering Column)
* Heated Steering Wheel Indicator Malfunction (Heated Steering Wheel Indicator Malfunction)