Steering Column Inspection

Inspect the column for damage any time the driver air bag has deployed.

Fig 1: Identifying Column Rivets

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Lower the steering column from its mount and inspect the column collapse feature. If the rearmost rivets (1) have dislodged from top of their mounting pads (2), into the mounting bracket slots, the column must be replaced. >>No attempt should be made to return the rivets to the top of the pads.<<

If any physical damage or stress cracks are present on the column, the column must be replaced.