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Steering Wheel & Steering Column: NVH Saturn ION I

Noise in Steering Column

StepActionYesNo
1Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and perform the necessary inspections?Go to Step 2Go to Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation
2Verify that noise is present in the steering column during operation. Is noise present in the steering column during operation?Go to Step 3System OK
3Inspect the steering column components for looseness. Are the steering column components loose?Go to Step 6Go to Step 4
4Inspect the SIR coil for noise. Is the SIR coil noisy?Go to Step 7Go to Step 5
5Inspect the upper steering column shaft bearing for the following conditions: Damage Lubrication Wear Proper seating Are the bearings in need of repair or replacement?Go to Step 8Go to Step 9
6Tighten the steering column components to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Did you complete the repair?Go to Step 9
7Replace the SIR coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement in SIR. Did you complete the repair?Go to Step 9
8Replace the upper jacket assembly. Refer to Steering Column Jacket Replacement . Did you complete the repair?Go to Step 9
9Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition?System OKGo to Step 3

Noise in Steering Column