GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Checks

Actions

Improperly installed intermediate shaft-to-column joints

    • Tighten the coupling pinch bolts.
    • Replace the intermediate shaft as needed.

Column misalignment

Replace the alignment spacer.

The lack of lubrication for the joint

Lubricate the joint.

The lack of lubrication for the steering shaft

Lubricate the steering shaft bearing.

Improperly seated shaft lock snap ring

    • Adjust the shaft lock snap ring.
    • Replace the shaft lock snap ring as needed.

Improperly installed intermediate shaft pinch bolt

Tighten the pinch bolt.