OEM 2002 Chevrolet Prizm Steering Column

2002 Chevrolet Prizm Steering Column Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: What should be inspected and replaced in accidents with potential steering column damage on 2002 Chevrolet Prizm?

  A: Automobiles sustaining frame damage and major body and sheet metal destruction or those with affected steering columns or deployed supplemental inflatable restraint systems will need a new Steering Column installation. Steering Column assessment needs to happen together with Steering Shaft evaluation for signs of damage along with cracks and deformation and excessive play and resistance to rotation. Follow this with Steering Column replacement if required. Containers on the Steering Column bracket assembly should be inspected for movement since lack of stability indicates that the Steering Column needs replacement. The Steering Shaft coupling must be checked for damage along with cracks and looseness and should be replaced if needed. A visual check of the Steering Shaft should be performed to detect sheared injected plastic. If the inspection reveals sheared plastic then the Steering Column requires replacement. Before rotating the Steering Shaft you should detach the inflatable restraint coil assembly that is connected to the Steering Column. A dial indicator positioned at the bottom Steering Shaft end should measure the runout which requires column replacement when runout exceeds 0.063 inch (1.60 mm).