Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column - Standard Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections?

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Go to Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column

Verify that noise is present in the steering column during operation.

Is noise present in the steering column during operation?

Go to Step 3

System OK

Inspect the steering column components for looseness.

Is the steering column components loose?

Go to Step 9

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Inspect the horn contact ring for lubrication.

Is the horn contact ring lubricated?

Go to Step 10

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Inspect the lock plate retaining ring for the correct installation.

Is the lock plate retaining ring installed properly?

Go to Step 11

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Inspect the shaft bearing for the following conditions:

Are the bearings in need of repair or replacement?

Go to Step 12

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Inspect the spherical joint for lubrication.

Is the spherical joint lubricated?

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 8

Inspect the steering column coupling for looseness.

Is the steering column coupling loose?

Go to Step 14

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Tighten the steering column components to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 15

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Lubricate the horn contact ring.

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 15

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Install the lock plate retaining ring properly.

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 15

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Repair the shaft bearings as necessary. Refer to Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch Assembly - Disassemble - Off Vehicle .

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 15

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Lubricate the spherical joints.

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 15

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Tighten the steering column coupling to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 15

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Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

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