GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Condition

Action

Air exists in the power steering system.

Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .

The steering column intermediate shaft is loose.

Repair or replace the steering column intermediate shaft. Refer to the following procedures:

    •  Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column - Standard
    •  Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column - Tilt

The steering gear is loose.

Tighten the steering gear bolts to specification. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement .

The tie rod end(s) are loose.

Repair or replace the tie rod ends as necessary. Refer to Tie Rod End Replacement - Outer - Off Vehicle.

The wheel bearing/hub is loose.

Repair or replace the wheel bearing/hub. Refer to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement in Front Suspension.

There is excessive play in the steering.

Refer to Too Much Play in Steering .