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For 1990-2009 cars only

Cause

Action

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.

The column bracket capsule is sheared.

Replace the jacket assembly.

The tilt head pivot pins are loose.

Replace the jacket assembly.

The shoe lock pin in the support is loose.

Replace the jacket assembly.

The support screws are loose.

Tighten the support screws. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

The upper and the lower bracket to jacket bolts are loose.

Tighten the bolts to the specified torque. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

The lower bracket to adapter and bearing assembly mounting bolts are loose.

Tighten the mounting screws to the specified torque. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

The instrument panel to jacket mounting bolts are loose.

Tighten the mounting bolts to the specified torque. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .