OEM 2003 Chevrolet Tracker Steering Column

2003 Chevrolet Tracker Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: What should be inspected and replaced in accidents with potential steering column damage on 2003 Chevrolet Tracker?

  A: Accidents that result in frame damage together with severe body or sheet metal damage and any impact to the Steering Column or deployment of supplemental inflatable systems will make steering columns potentially unsafe. Check the Steering Column and upper Steering Shaft for signs of damage as well as cracks, deformation, excessive play and excessive rotational resistance before replacing the Steering Column if needed. The Steering Column assembly length should be 894.2 - 895.8 mm (35.21 - 35.27 inch) but replacement is necessary if the column assembly falls below this specification. Two capsules must securely connect to the Steering Column bracket without any gap in between them; a replacement Steering Column is needed if either condition exists. The examination of 2 plates should lead to a new Steering Column if damage is present. Delays in fixing the Steering Shaft coupling will require replacement because of damage or cracks or looseness. Excessive play and rotational resistance along with cracks and malfunction and damage to the lower Steering Shaft require replacement of this component. The last step entails Steering Column lower seal examination followed by replacement of any defective or deformed parts.