OEM 2006 Cadillac SRX Steering Column

2006 Cadillac SRX Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: What are the inspection procedures for involved in accidents with potential steering column damage on 2006 Cadillac SRX?

  A: Circumstances with frame destruction or serious body damage of sheet metal or impacts to the Steering Column or supplemental inflatable restraint systems deployment requiring investigation include vehicles involved in accidents. Check the Steering Column bracket assembly's capsules to confirm they are firmly positioned inside bracket slots then verify the bracket's condition through manual tests. Study the bracket attachment method to the jacket assembly. A bracket replacement becomes necessary when the components fail to reach proper seat alignment while the bracket shows either bolt or weld attachment to the jacket assembly. The entire jacket assembly requires replacement if the bracket capsules are not properly positioned and the bracket bonds to the jacket via welding. A measurement of distance between the lower edge of the upper jacket and a defined point on the lower jacket determines the need for a new jacket assembly when the dimensions fall outside approved criteria. The bearing and adapter assembly needs to be inspected for broken tabs. Examine the Steering Shaft thoroughly to see if any of its injected plastic has sheared off. Scattered plastic seepage on the Steering Shaft indicates a replacement should be made for a new one. An inspection with a dial indicator at the Steering Shaft lower end is required whenever frame damage threatens the shaft's alignment. The measurement must confirm the runout stays below 1.60 mm (0.0625 inch) while steering the wheel.