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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009UPLANDER LT, 3.9 MREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING COLUMNSTEERING WHEEL AND COLUMNDIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESSTEERING COLUMN TILT FUNCTION INOPERATIVE
2009 Chevrolet Uplander LT, 3.9 M
Steering Column Tilt Function Inoperative
2009 Chevrolet Uplander LT, 3.9 MSECTION Steering Column Tilt Function Inoperative
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation |
| 2 | Verify that the steering column tilt function is inoperative. Does the steering column tilt function operate normally? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Verify that the following components are not seized or corroded:
Are the components seized or corroded? |
Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Inspect the tilt pivot pins for binding. Are the tilt pivot pins binding? |
Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | Inspect for a weak or broken steering column tilt spring. Is the steering column tilt spring weak or broken? |
Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 6 |
| 6 | Inspect the steering column wiring harness routing for tightness. Was the steering column wiring harness routed correctly? |
Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 10 |
| 7 | Replace the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement . Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 11 | - |
| 8 | If serviceable, replace the pivot pins. If not serviceable replace the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement . Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 11 | - |
| 9 | Replace the tilt spring. Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 11 | - |
| 10 | Route the steering column wiring harness to the correct location. Did you correctly rout the wiring harness? |
Go to Step 11 | - |
| 11 | Operate the steering column tilt function in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.