Steering Column Tilt Function Inoperative
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Steering Column Tilt Function Inoperative
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Step
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Action
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Yes
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No
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1
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Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections?
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Step 2
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Go to
Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column
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2
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Verify that the steering column tilt function is inoperative.
Does the steering column tilt function operate normally?
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System OK
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Step 3
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3
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If equipped, verify that the following components are not seized or corroded:
Are the components seized or corroded?
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Step 7
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Step 4
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4
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Inspect the tilt pivot pins for binding.
Are the tilt pivot pins binding?
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Step 8
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Step 5
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5
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Inspect for a weak or broken steering column tilt spring.
Is the steering column tilt spring weak or broken?
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Step 9
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Step 6
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6
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Inspect the steering column wiring harness routing for tightness.
Was the steering column wiring harness routed correctly?
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Step 11
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Step 10
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7
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Replace the steering column. Refer to
Steering Column Replacement
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Did you complete the repair?
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Step 11
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8
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If serviceable, replace the pivot pins. If not serviceable replace the steering column. Refer to
Steering Column Replacement
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Did you complete the repair?
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Go to
Step 11
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9
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If serviceable, replace the tilt spring.
Did you complete the repair?
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Go to
Step 11
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10
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Route the steering column wiring harness to the correct location.
Did you correctly route the wiring harness?
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Go to
Step 11
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11
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Operate the steering column tilt function in order to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?
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System OK
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Go to
Step 3
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