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Condition

Causes

Lash exists in the steering column.

    â€¢ The IP-to-column mounting bolts for the upper bracket are loose.
    â€¢ The IP-to-column mounting bolts for the lower bracket are loose.
    â€¢ The weld nuts on the jacket are broken.
    â€¢ The IP upper bracket capsule is sheared.
    â€¢ The shoes in the housing are loose.
    â€¢ The tilt head pivot pins are loose.
    â€¢ The shoe lock pin in the support is loose.
    â€¢ The support screws are loose.
    â€¢ The upper bracket-to-jacket bolts in the column are loose.
    â€¢ The lower bracket-to-jacket bolts in the column are loose.
    â€¢ The lower bracket-to-adapter screws are loose.
    â€¢ The bearing assembly mounting screws are loose.
    â€¢ The IP-to-jacket mounting bolts are loose.