OEM 2001 Chevrolet Tracker Steering Column

2001 Chevrolet Tracker Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: What are the essential steps to inspect and maintain the steering column after a collision on 2001 Chevrolet Tracker?

  A: The inspection of the Steering Column and upper Steering Shaft after a collision requires checking for damage, cracks, deformation, excessive play along with excessive rotational resistance before replacing the Steering Column as needed. The Steering Column assembly length should be 894.2 - 895.8 millimeters (35.21 - 35.27 inches) but any assembly below this standard must be substituted. The Steering Column bracket must have 2 capsules attached securely without any clearance space and any capsule looseness or presence of clearance requires a new Steering Column. The inspection of two plates should determine if damage exists which would require Steering Column replacement. The Steering Shaft coupling should be checked for damage, cracks and looseness before performing a replacement if faults occur. An inspection of the lower Steering Shaft requires the identification of damage, cracks, malfunction, excessive play or excessive rotational resistance with a replacement necessary. A replacement is needed for the Steering Column lower seal if it becomes broken or deformed during the exam.