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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2009G8 BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING WHEEL & STEERING COLUMNDIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESNOISE IN STEERING COLUMN
2009 Pontiac G8 Base
Noise in Steering Column
2009 Pontiac G8 BaseSECTION Noise in Steering Column
| 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 Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column in Steering Wheel and Column. |
| 2 | 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 |
| 3 | Inspect the steering column components for looseness. Are any of the steering column components loose? |
Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Inspect the SIR coil for noise. Is the SIR coil noisy? |
Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | Inspect the steering column tilt mechanism assembly for wear or damage. Is the tilt mechanism assembly worn or damaged? |
Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 6 |
| 6 | Inspect the steering shaft bearings for wear or damage. Are the steering shaft bearings worn or damaged? |
Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 7 |
| 7 | Inspect the intermediate shaft upper universal joint for wear or damage. Is the intermediate shaft upper universal joint worn or damaged? |
Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 8 |
| 8 | Inspect the intermediate shaft lower universal joint for wear or damage. Is the intermediate shaft lower universal joint worn or damaged? |
Go to Step 12 | Verify customer concern, go to Strategy Based Diagnosis in General information. |
| 9 |
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
. Tighten the steering column components to the required specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 13 | - |
| 10 | Replace the SIR coil. Refer to Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Coil Replacement
in SIR. Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 13 | - |
| 11 | Replace the steering column assembly. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column. Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 13 | - |
| 12 | Replace the intermediate steering shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 13 | - |
| 13 | Operate the system 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.