GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Problem

Action

Loose steering column to gear connections

Inspect for loose steering column to gear connections. Tighten steering column to gear connections.

Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications in Steering Wheel and Column Tilt.

Tie rod ends worn

Inspect steering linkage, replace as necessary. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement or Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement in Steering Linkage.

Steering mounting loose

Inspect for loose steering gear mounting.Tighten steering gear mounting to specification.

Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications

Air in power steering system

Inspect power steering for air in system. Bleed power steering system.

Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .