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- Symptoms - Tilt Column


Review the system description and operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to Steering Wheel and Column - Tilt Description and Operation.


Visual/Physical Inspection
- Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the steering wheel and column.
- Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.


Symptoms List
Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:

- Lock System Does Not Unlock
Lock System Does Not Unlock - Tilt Column

- Lock System Does Not Lock
Lock System Does Not Lock - Tilt Column

- Lock System Sticks in Start
Lock System Sticks In Start - Tilt Column

- Key Cannot Be Removed in the Off Lock Position
Key Cannot Be Removed In the Off Lock Position - Tilt Column

- High Lock Effort
High Lock Effort - Tilt Column

- Noise in Steering Column
Noise In Steering Column - Tilt Column

- High Shift Effort
High Shift Effort - Tilt Column

- Looseness in Steering Column
Looseness In Steering Column - Tilt Column

- Steering Column Tilt Function Inoperative
Steering Column Tilt Function Inoperative