Steering Column: Notes

The steering column consists of the following:

• Steering wheel
• Steering column
• Upper and lower steering column shafts
• Steering Column Control Module (SCCM)
• Steering column control switch - located on the LH side of the SCCM just below the multifunction switch and can be serviced separately from the module. The steering column control switch and the brake pedal control switch are located in the same position. On vehicles equipped with both features, the 2 switches are combined into a single switch assembly. For additional information, refer to HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM ACTUATION .
• Steering column tilt motor (if equipped) - located on the steering column and can be serviced separately from the column. For additional information, refer to STEERING COLUMN MOTOR - TILT .
• Steering column telescopic motor (if equipped) - located on the steering column and can be serviced separately from the column. For additional information, refer to STEERING COLUMN MOTOR - TELESCOPIC .

The steering column is the mechanical linkage between the steering wheel and the steering gear. The steering wheel is mounted to a shaft, which passes through the center of the steering column. The shaft is centered by bearings within the steering column. The steering column shaft then connects the steering column to the steering gear. The upper and lower steering column shaft connections utilize U-joint type couplings.