OEM 2007 Chevrolet Corvette Steering Column

2007 Chevrolet Corvette Steering Column Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: What should be inspected on those involved in accidents that may have a damaged or misaligned steering column on 2007 Chevrolet Corvette?

  A: Vehicles that are involved in accidents that cause frame damage, substantial body damage, sheet metal damage, impact to the Steering Column or activation of the supplemental inflatable restraints system may have a defective or deformed Steering Column. Check that all capsules on the Steering Column bracket assembly are vertically seated in the bracket slots and for loose conditions by hand pushing or pulling on those capsules. A close look at how the bracket is fixed into the jacket assembly; if the capsules are not firmly seated and the bracket is bolted to the jacket assembly it will replace the only of bracket if the capsules are not firmly seated and the bracket is welded to the jacket assembly it will replace only the jacket assembly. Take the distance from the bottom edge of the upper jacket to a predetermined position on the bottom jacket to detect collapse of the jacket assembly; change the jacket assembly if the measured dimensions met the specification. Examine the Steering Shaft visually for the sheared injected plastic. If available, change the Steering Shaft. Any damage to the frame that may cause a bent Steering Shaft needs a scrutiny of the Steering Shaft from the lower end to check the runout with the help of the dial indicator as one rotates the steering wheel, the runout is not recommended to exceed 1.60 mm (0.06 in).