GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Problem

Action

The lock cylinder is damaged.

  1. Inspect the cylinder
  2. Replace the cylinder as needed. Refer to Steering Column Lock Cylinder Set - Disassemble - Off Vehicle or Steering Column Lock Cylinder Set - Disassemble - Off Vehicle .

The actuator rod is binding.

Replace the rod as needed. Refer to Steering Column Lock Cylinder Set - Disassemble - Off Vehicle or Steering Column Lock Cylinder Set - Disassemble - Off Vehicle or Steering Column Housing - Disassemble (Floor Shift) or Steering Column Housing - Disassemble (Column Shift).