GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

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High lock effort is required.

Inspect the system steering for the following conditions:

    • A damaged lock cylinder
    • A damaged ignition switch
    • A broken or deformed rack preload spring
    • Burrs on the following components:
       - The sector
       - The rack
       - The housing
       - The support
       - The actuator rod coupling
    • A bent sector shaft
    • A damaged rack
    • A damaged or misadjusted park lock cable
    • Misalignment of the housing to the cover
    • A distorted coupling slot in the rack
    • A bent actuator rod
    • A bent ignition switch mounting bracket
    • A restricted actuator rod
    • A worn or damaged key