GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Inspect the following components and the following conditions:

    • The tires for the proper inflation
    • The wheel alignment
    • The wheel bearings for wear or damage
    • The coupling from the column to the steering gear for damage, wear, and improper installation
    • The tie rod ends for free movement
    • The ball joints for free movement
    • The steering shaft bearings for free movement
    • The ball studs for lack of lubrication
    • The tie rod ends for lack of lubrication
    • The ball studs for binding
    • The steering column for binding
    • The flow control valve for sticking and improper operation
    • The steering gear for binding