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Symptom Chart






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Condition(s):

- High Key Effort Required
Possible Source(s):
- Steering column shroud rubbing.
- Insufficient lube on actuator.
- Burrs on ignition switch lock cylinder.
- Ignition switch lock cylinder housing has burrs or foreign material around rack and pinion actuator.
Action(s) to take:
- GO to Pinpoint Test A.


- Turn Signal and Windshield Wiper Switch Does Not Operate
Possible Source(s):
- Turn signal lever damage.
- Turn indicator cancel cam damage.
- Hazard knob damage.
- Headlamp dimmer lever damage.
- Windshield wiper switch knob damage.
- Indicator flasher.
- Lamp(s), indicator(s).
- Circuitry.
Action(s) to take:
- GO to Pinpoint Test B.


- Release Switch, Automatic--Parking Brake Does Not Operate
Possible Source(s):
- Parking brake release switch damage.
- Vacuum not 34 kPa pressure.
- Steering column tube not opening or closing.
Action(s) to take:
- GO to Pinpoint Test C.