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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 768 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)STEERING SHAFT INSPECTION
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Steering Shaft Inspection

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Steering Shaft Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Inspect the column bearing for excessive play and damage.
  2. Verify that the measurement of the steering shaft indicated in the figure is as specified.
    • If not within the specification replace the steering shaft component.
    1. Standard 315-320 mm {12.41-12.59 in} 
    Fig 1: Identifying Standard Steering Shaft Length
    G00975763Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Inspect the tilt/telescope mechanism operation for the following.
    1. Tilt/telescope lever moves smoothly from the lock to the unlock position.
    2. Steering shaft is fixed firmly when the tilt/telescope lever is locked.
      • If there is any malfunction, replace the steering shaft.
    Fig 2: Inspecting Tilt/Telescope Lock Lever
    G00975764Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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