Intermittent Conditions
Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.
Steering Column Tilt Function Inoperative
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column |
| 2 | Verify that the steering column tilt function is inoperative. Is the steering column tilt function inoperative? | Go to Step 3 | System OK |
| 3 | Inspect the steering column wiring harness for proper routing. Is the harness routing proper? | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Reroute the steering column wiring harness. Did you complete the adjustment? | Go to Step 6 | |
| 5 | Replace the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 6 | |
| 6 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
Steering Column Tilt Function Inoperative
Lock System Does Not Unlock
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEFINITION: The ignition lock cylinder does not allow the key to rotate out of the LOCK position. | |||
| 1 | Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column |
| 2 | Verify that the lock system does not unlock. Does the lock system unlock? | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Inspect for an incorrect, worn, or damaged key. Is the key incorrect, worn, or damaged? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Inspect the lock cylinder for damage. Is the lock cylinder case damaged? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | Inspect the lock cylinder case for damage. Is the lock cylinder damaged? | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 6 |
| 6 | Inspect the ignition switch for damage. Is the ignition switch damaged? | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 2 |
| 7 | Replace the key. Refer to Key and Lock Cylinder Coding in General Information. Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 11 | |
| 8 | Replace the lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 11 | |
| 9 | Replace the lock cylinder case. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 11 | |
| 10 | Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition Switch Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 11 | |
| 11 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
Lock System Does Not Unlock
Lock System Does Not Lock
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEFINITION: The ignition lock cylinder will not allow the key to be turned to the LOCK position. | |||
| 1 | Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column |
| 2 | Verify that the lock system does not lock. Does the lock system lock? | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Rotate the steering wheel and attempt to turn the key to the LOCK position. Are you able to turn the key to the LOCK position? | System OK | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Does the vehicle have an automatic transmission? | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 7 |
| 5 | Place the automatic transmission shift lever in Park. Rotate the steering wheel and attempt to turn the key to the LOCK position. Are you able to turn the key to the LOCK position? | System OK | Go to Step 6 |
| 6 | Inspect the automatic transmission park lock cable for binding or damage. Is the automatic transmission park lock cable binding or damaged? | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 7 |
| 7 | Inspect the lock cylinder case for damage. Is the lock cylinder case damaged? | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 8 |
| 8 | Inspect the lock cylinder for damage. Is the lock cylinder damaged? | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 9 |
| 9 | Inspect the ignition switch for damage. Is the ignition switch damaged? | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 2 |
| 10 | Replace the automatic transmission park lock cable. Refer to Park Lock Cable Replacement in Shift Lock Control. Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 14 | |
| 11 | Replace the lock cylinder case. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 14 | |
| 12 | Replace the lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 14 | |
| 13 | Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition Switch Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 14 | |
| 14 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 2 |
Lock System Does Not Lock
Lock System Sticks in Start
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column |
| 2 | Verify that the ignition lock cylinder sticks in the START position. Does the ignition lock cylinder stick in the START position? | Go to Step 3 | System OK |
| 3 | Inspect the lock cylinder case for damage. Is the lock cylinder case damaged? | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Inspect the lock cylinder for damage. Is the lock cylinder damaged? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | Inspect the ignition switch for damage. Is the ignition switch damaged? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 3 |
| 6 | Replace the lock cylinder case. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 9 | |
| 7 | Replace the lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 9 | |
| 8 | Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition Switch Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 9 | |
| 9 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
Lock System Sticks in Start
Key Cannot Be Removed in the Off Lock Position
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column |
| 2 | Attempt to remove the key from the ignition lock cylinder in the OFF position. Did you remove the key from the ignition lock cylinder? | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Inspect the lock cylinder for damage. Is the lock cylinder damaged? | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Inspect the lock cylinder case for damage. Is the lock cylinder or release button damaged? | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 2 |
| 5 | Replace the lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 7 | |
| 6 | Replace the lock cylinder case. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 7 | |
| 7 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 2 |
Key Cannot Be Removed in the Off Lock Position
High Lock Effort
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column |
| 2 | Verify the ignition lock cylinder exhibits high lock effort. Does the ignition lock cylinder exhibit high lock effort? | Go to Step 3 | System OK |
| 3 | Inspect the lock cylinder case for damage. Is the lock cylinder case damaged? | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Inspect the lock cylinder for damage. Is the lock cylinder damaged? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | Inspect the ignition switch for damage. Is the ignition switch damaged? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 3 |
| 6 | Replace the lock cylinder case. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 9 | |
| 7 | Replace the lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 9 | |
| 8 | Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition Switch Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 9 | |
| 9 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
High Lock Effort
Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Centering
- While holding the coil outer casing (1), turn the coil center casing counterclockwise until the coil reaches the stop.
- Turn the coil center casing clockwise 2.5 turns.
- Align the arrow on the center casing with the arrow on the outer casing (2).
Vehicle Steering
The steering wheel is the first link between the driver and the vehicle. The steering wheel is fastened to a steering shaft within the steering column.
Vehicle Security
Theft deterrent components are on the steering column. The following components allow the column to be locked in order to minimize theft
- The ignition switch
- The ignition lock cylinder case
- The ignition lock cylinder
Driver Convenience
The steering column has a rake type of tilt function in order to increase driver comfort and convenience.
Lower the tilt lever in order to adjust the position of the steering wheel and column. Raise the tilt lever in order to lock the position of the column.
Some models have cruise control in order to increase driver convenience. The cruise control switch is fastened to the steering wheel. The cruise control switch is individually replaceable.
Driver Safety
The energy-absorbing steering column compresses in the event of a front-end collision, which reduces the chance of injury to the driver.